Question

What is the value of a in the equation 4a + 3(a + 1) = 24?

A. 2
B. 3
C. 7
D. 21

Answer 1

B

Explanation:

Given

4a + 3(a + 1) = 24 ← distribute parenthesis and simplify left side

4a + 3a + 3 = 24

7a + 3 = 21 ( subtract 3 from both sides )

7a = 21 ( divide both sides by 7 )

a = 3 → B

Answer 2

B. a = 3

Explanation:

4a + 3(a + 1) = 24

4a + 3a + 3 = 24

7a + 3 = 24

7a + 3 - 3 = 24 - 3

7a = 21

7a ÷ 7 = 21 ÷ 7

a = 3