SOLUTION: i need help with this problem 5a divided by 7 equals -10 the 5a is over the 7. if u could please explain this problem to me i would greatly appreciate it.

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Question 86394This question is from textbook elementary and intermediate algebra
: i need help with this problem 5a divided by 7 equals -10 the 5a is over the 7. if u could please explain this problem to me i would greatly appreciate it. This question is from textbook elementary and intermediate algebra

Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
5a divided by 7 equals -10
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(5a)/7 = -10
Multiply both sides by 7 to get:
5a = -70
Divide both sides by 5 to get:
a = -14
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Cheers,
Stan H.