Solve and check the equation below. Remember to show your work. 17a - 155 = 525

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1 Answer

JNK · Answer 1 · 2023-12-24T06:07:50+0000

Answer:

a = 40

Explanation:

17a - 155 = 525

Add 155 to both sides

17a = 680

Divide both sides by 17

a = 40

Check the answer:

17(40) - 155 = 525

680 - 155 = 525

525 = 525; this is true so our answer was correct.