Answer
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a=12
↓Steps Explained:↓
Solve for a
a + 4a = 60
Group the a terms on the left:
(1 + 4)a = 5a
Form modified equation
5a = + 60
Divide each side of the equation by 5
| 5a | |
| 5 |
| = |
| 60 |
| 5 |
a = 12
Final Answer
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