Question

multi-step equations
6a+5a=-11

Answer 1

Here you are going to solve for a.

first you need to combine like terms:
6a+5a=-11
11a=-11

Now, you need to isolate the variable. This means you need to get a by itself.

11a=-11
a=-1

Answer 2

Do you understand what I did?

Answer 3

yes

Answer 4

Good. :) Have a nice day!