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If the point (a,2) lies on the graph of the linear equation 2x-3y+8=0, find the value of a.

Given, point (a,2) lies on the graph of the linear equation 2x-3y+8=0


Thus, (a, 2) satisfies the equation


⇒ 2a – 6 + 8 = 0


⇒ 2a = -2


⇒ a = -1


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