If the point P(3,a) lies on the line x + 2y = 3, then find the value of a.

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Solution

The correct option is C
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If p(3, a) lies on the line x + 2y = 3,

then its coordinates must satisfy the equation of the line.

Thus,

3 + 2a = 3

2a = 0

a = 0

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