h(x) = 3x + 5
h(a) = 27
We can write this as 3a + 5 = 27
Now, we just need to solve for a.
Subtract 5 from both sides
3a = 22
Divide 3 from both sides.
a = 7.33
Now, let's plug 7.33 back into the original equation.
3 * 7.33 + 5 = 27
22 + 5 = 27
27 = 27 √ this is correct
