Question

Do you remember how to solve a multistep linear equation with variables on both sides? Review with a Quick Check.

Solve:
5(a−1)−15=3(a+2)+4

Answer 1

Explanation:

5(a-1) -15 = 3(a+2) +4, distribute multiplication over subtraction and addition

5a -5 -15 = 3a +6 + 4, isolate the variable on one side

5a -3a = 6 +4 +5 +15, combine like terms

2a = 30, divide both sides by 2

a= 15