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7 April, 15:22

Match each equation to the value of a that makes the equation true.

2a + 3 (a + 1) = 8

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  1. 7 April, 19:12
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    a=1

    Step-by-step explanation:

    2a + 3 (a + 1) = 8

    Distribute

    2a + 3a + 3 = 8

    Combine like terms

    5a + 3 = 8

    Subtract 3 from each side

    5a+3-3=8-3

    5a = 5

    Divide by 5

    5a/5 = 5/5

    a=1
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