Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32184-874-8
ISBN 13: 978-0-32184-874-1

Chapter 2 - Equations, Inequalities, and Problem Solving - 2.1 Solving Equations - 2.1 Exercise Set - Page 87: 96

Answer

$x=4$

Work Step by Step

Using the properties of equality, the value of $ x $ in the given equation, $ x-4+a=a $, is \begin{array}{l}\require{cancel} x-4+a+4-a=a+4-a \\\\ x=4 .\end{array}
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