what is p + 7 - 5 = -10 - 3p

Question

i need help with this equation

 

Answer 1

Hi Jace, 

We solve the equation as follows:

p+7-5=-10-3p

p+2=-10-3p Combine like terms

p+3p+2=-10 Add 3p to both sides

p+3p=-10-2 Subtract -2 from both sides

4p=-12 Combine like terms

p=-3 Divide both sides by 4

∴P is equal to -3.

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