How do you solve #a- 4a = 36#?

1 Answer

#a=-12#

Explanation:

Let's solve your equation step-by-step.

#a−4a=36 rarr# Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

#a+−4a=36#

#(a+−4a)=36# (Combine Like Terms)

#−3a=36 rarr# Step 2: Divide both sides by -3.

#(−3a)/(−3)=36/(−3)#

#a=−12#

Answer:
#a=−12#