The value of a in the equation ax + y = 5 , if x = 2 and y = 3 is a) – 1 b) 0 c) 1

c) 1

Step-by-step explanation:

=> ax+y = 5

Putting x =2, y =3

=> a(2)+3 = 5

=> 2a = 5-3

=> 2a = 2

Dividing both sides by 2

=> a = 1