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Solve the 2 step equation: 2a - 3 = -5
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Solve the 2 step equation: 2a - 3 = -5

User Kaushil Ruparelia
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Answer:

-1

Explanation:

User Jezbers
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Answer:

The value of a is -1.

Explanation:

First, you have to add 3 to both sides :


2a - 3 + 3 = - 5 + 3


2a = - 2

Next, you have to divide both sides by 2 :


2a / 2 = - 2 / 2


a = - 1

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