For a = 10, choose the correct comparison between 5a + 5 and 6a – 5.
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Evaluate both sides. 5a+5 = 5×10+5 = 55. Also, 6a-5 = 6×10-5 = 55. Since 55 = 55, the correct comparison is =.
For a = 10, choose the correct comparison between 5a + 5 and 6a – 5.
Evaluate both sides. 5a+5 = 5×10+5 = 55. Also, 6a-5 = 6×10-5 = 55. Since 55 = 55, the correct comparison is =.