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Solve 42 = 3(-4a) + 6
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Solve 42 = 3(-4a) + 6

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Answer: a = -3

Explanation:

42 = 3(-4a) + 6

42 = -12a + 6

Subtract 6 from both sides

36 = -12a

Divide both sides by -12

-3 = a

a = -3

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