Answer:
, see the graph attached for a visual reference.
Step-by-step explanation:
Vertical asymptotes are only present in rational functions where the parent function 
has a vertical asymptote at the line 
and a horizontal asymptote at the line 
. Because the vertical asymptote has to be 
, the denominator must be x-7 in order for the denominator to equal 0. For the horizontal asymptote to be 
, then 3 must be subtracted from the rational function. Therefore, the function that has these asymptotes is .
If you simplify, the first step is to Multiple -1 by the -2 and - 2 In the parenthesis.
Which will give you -3 + 2 + 2
Then you add them together. Then solve 4 -3 = 1
8.5x-26.35=-37.35
8.5x=-37.35+26.35
8.5x=-11
X=-11/8.5
X=-1.29
Answer:
a = 3
Substitute the value of point (a,7) in the equation and solve for a
5(a)-7=8
5(a)=8+7
5(a)=15
a = 15/5 = 3
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