Question

solve for a. 33 - 4a = 73

Explanation:

Step1: Subtract 33 from both sides

$33 - 4a - 33 = 73 - 33$
$ - 4a = 40$

Step2: Divide both sides by -4

$\frac{-4a}{-4} = \frac{40}{-4}$
$a = -10$

Answer:

$a = -10$