Question

solve for \\( a \\).
\\( -(a + -9) = 14 \\)
\\( a = \square \\)

Explanation:

Step1: Remove the negative sign

Multiply both sides by -1: \( -(b + (-9)) \times (-1)=14\times(-1)\) simplifies to \(b - 9=- 14\)

Step2: Solve for b

Add 9 to both sides: \(b-9 + 9=-14 + 9\)
\(b=-5\)

Answer:

\(-5\)