If the point (a,2) lies on the graph of the linear equation 2x-3y+8=0, find the value of a.
Given, point (a,2) lies on the graph of the linear equation 2x-3y+8=0
Thus, (a, 2) satisfies the equation
⇒ 2a – 6 + 8 = 0
⇒ 2a = -2
⇒ a = -1