Question

Solve each equation for the given variable: 1) 6a+5a=-11

Answer 1

$6a+5a=-11 \\ (6+5)a=-11 \\ 11a=-11 \\ a=\frac{-11}{11} \\ a=-1$

Answer 2

$6a + 5a=-11. So, 11a=-11 => a = \frac{-11}{11} , and a =-1.$