Question

Brian tried to solve a math problem on his math homework. Here's one of the questions he had to answer. How do you solve 2/3p + 3; p = 3/5? Make sure that you show your work!

Answer 1

The answer would be 17/5

Explanation:

To solve this, take the original equation and input 3/5 for p.

2/3p + 3

2/3(3/5) + 3

Now complete the multiplication followed by the addition.

2/3(3/5) + 3

2/5 + 3

17/5