4p+8=12p-16????????????
Mathematics · Middle School · Mon Jan 18 2021
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Given the equation:
4p + 8 = 12p - 16
Determine the value of p.
Solution:
In order to determine the value of p, transpose 4o and -16 to the opposite sides of the equation, hence it must be taken to note that in transposing a number, the sign changes.
4p + 8 = 12p - 16
16 + 8 = 12p - 4p
8p = 24
Divide both sides by 8 in order to determine the value of p.
8p/8 = 24/8
p = 3
Final answer:
p = 3