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-5(-a-1)=3a-7

Solution

- 5 (- a - 1) = 3 a - 7

Solution

a = - 6

Solution steps

- 5 (- a - 1) = 3 a - 7

Expand

- 5 (- a - 1) : 5 a + 5

5 a + 5 = 3 a - 7

Move

5

to the right side

5 a = 3 a - 12

Move

3 a

to the left side

2 a = - 12

Divide both sides by

2

a = - 6

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the answer to -5(-a-1)=3a-7 ?
The answer to -5(-a-1)=3a-7 is a=-6
Solve for a: -5(-a-1)=3a-7
The solution is a=-6