Question

Solve.
3a - 6= 8+ a
The solution is a =

Answer 1

a=7

Explanation:

1. 3a+6-6=8+a+6

2. 3a=a+14

3. 3a-a=a+14-a

4. 2a/2=14/2

a=7

Answer 2

a = 7

Explanation:

3a - 6 = 8 + a

1. Add 6 to both sides (3a = 14 + a)
2. Subtract a from both sides (2a = 14)
3. Divide both sides by 2 (a = 7)