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Solve.
45 = 4(a + 3) – 3

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Answer:

a = 9

Explanation:

45 = 4(a + 3) – 3

Add 3 to both sides.

48 = 4(a + 3)

Divide both sides by 4.

12 = a + 3

Subtract 3 from both sides.

9 = a

a = 9

Answer: a = 9

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