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6 February, 15:54

What does 5a-12=-2 equal?

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  1. 6 February, 18:00
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    a = 2

    Step-by-step explanation:

    5a-12=-2

    Solve:

    5a = - 2 + 12

    5a = 10

    a = 10/5

    a = 2
  2. 6 February, 18:54
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    You want to try to isolate the a. First we add 12 to both sides so it turns out to be:

    5a=10

    Now we need to divide by 5 on both sides to isolate it. 10/5=2

    a=2
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