Solve the equation using the distributive property and properties of equality.
-5(a+3) = -55
what is the value of a?

a -14

b -8

c 8

d 14

C) 8

Step-by-step explanation:

The Distributive property says a(b+c)=ab+ac, using this knowledge, follow the steps provided below to solve the problem :)

1) Distribute -5 to a and 3:

-5a-15=-55

2) Add 15 to both sides:

-5a=-40

3) Divide both sides by -5:

a=8

the answer would be 1 1/72

step-by-step explanation:

you can rewrite the equation by separating the parts and then solving individually:

10-9=1

1/8 - 1/9=

find l c d and then combine:

1 1/72