Answer
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a=2.2

↓Steps Explained:↓

Solve for a

5a + 3 = 14

Divide each side by 5

5a
5
=
  
3
5

Group constants

Group our constants 3 and 14.
subtract 3 from both sides

5a + 3 - 3 = 14 - 3

Cancel 3 on the left side:

5a = 11

Divide each side of the equation by 5

5a
5
=
  
11
5

a = 2.2

Final Answer

a=2.2
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