If the point (2, 5) lies on the graph of 3y = ax + 7, then find the value of a

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Solution

x = 2, y = 5 is a solution of the equation 3y = ax + 7

(3x5) = 2a + 7

2a = (3x5) – 7 = 8

a = 4

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