Question

identify the variable in the equation 4a - 8 = 12. a. a b. 12 c. 4 d. -8

Explanation:

A variable is a symbol representing an unknown quantity in an equation. In \(4a - 8 = 12\), "a" is the symbol for the unknown value, while 12, 4, and -8 are constants. Thus, the variable is a.

Answer:

a. a