If the point (2, 5) lies on the graph of 3y = ax + 7, then the value of a is _______
A point lies on a line if its coordinates satisfy the equation of the line.
Substitute x = 2, y = 5 in the equation 3y = ax + 7
3 × 5 = 2a + 7
2a = 3 × 5 – 7 = 8
a = 4