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a = 3 is a solution of the equation 2a – 1 = 5

Given

2a – 1 = 5

Taking 1 to R.H.S.

2a = 5 + 1

2a = 6

Taking 2 to R.H.S.

a =

a = 3

∴ given statement is correct.

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