QuestionSolve the equation. $$\begin{array}{l} 6-2(a+1)=7+a \\ a=\square \end{array}$$

Studdy Solution
Verify the solution by substituting $a = -1$ back into the original equation:
Original equation: $6 - 2(a+1) = 7 + a$
Substitute $a = -1$:
$$6 - 2(-1+1) = 7 + (-1)$$
Simplify both sides:
$$6 - 2(0) = 7 - 1$$
$$6 = 6$$
Both sides are equal, confirming that the solution is correct.
The solution is:
$$a = \boxed{-1}$$