If (a−8)/3=(a−3)/2 , then a = ?

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The value of a is -7. You can see the solution in the picture.

Davyria answered Feb 23, 2022

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$((a - 8))/(3) = ((a - 3))/(2) \\ 2(a - 8) = 3(a - 3) \\ 2a - 16 = 3a - 9 \\ 3a - 2a = - 7 \\ a = - 7$

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