Question

$\frac{a}{4} - 23 = -17$

Explanation:

Step1: Add 23 to both sides

$\frac{a}{4} - 23 + 23 = -17 + 23$
$\frac{a}{4} = 6$

Step2: Multiply by 4 on both sides

$\frac{a}{4} \times 4 = 6 \times 4$

Answer:

$a = 24$