Question 112295


{{{a/3-4=9}}} Start with the given equation




{{{(3)(a/3-4)=(3)(9)}}} Multiply both sides by the LCM of 3. This will eliminate the fractions  (note: if you need help with finding the LCM, check out this <a href=http://www.algebra.com/algebra/homework/divisibility/least-common-multiple.solver>solver</a>)




{{{a-12=27}}} Distribute and multiply the LCM to each side




{{{a=27+12}}}Add 12 to both sides



{{{a=39}}} Combine like terms on the right side


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Answer:

So our answer is {{{a=39}}}