Solve the equation using the distributive property and properties of equality.

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maksim [4K]3 years ago

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Answer:

-5(a + 3) = 55

Step-by-step explanation:

-5a -15 = 55

-5a = 70

70/-5 = a

70/-5 = -14

The answer is -14

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