Complete the process of solving the equation.

Question

Fill in the missing term on each line. Simplify any fractions.
8a+18=18
8a=
Subtract 18 from both sides
a=
Divide both sides by 8

Answer 1

Let's solve the equation step by step:

1. Start with the original equation: \[ 8a + 18 = 18 \]

2. Subtract 18 from both sides: \[ 8a = 18 - 18 \] \[ 8a = 0 \]

3. To find \( a \), divide both sides by 8: \[ a = \frac{0}{8} \] \[ a = 0 \]

So, the completed process looks like this:

1. \( 8a + 18 = 18 \)
2. \( 8a = 0 \)
3. Subtract 18 from both sides.
4. \( a = 0 \)
5. Divide both sides by 8.