Question

Solve this linear equation for p.

2.6(5.5p – 12.4) = 127.92

1.  Distributive property: 14.3p − 32.24 = 127.92
2.  Addition property of equality: 14.3p − 32.24 + 32.24 = 127.92 + 32.24
14.3p = 160.16
3.  Division property of equality:
14.3p
14.3
=
160.16
14.3
4.  Solution: p =

Answer 1

Answer: 11.2

Explanation:

as you see the equation uses distributive property and addition property.

distributive property: 14.3 − 32.24 = 127.92

addition property : 14.3p − 32.24 + 32.24 = 127.92 + 32.24 ....... 14.3p= 160.16

Division property of equality: 14.3p..... 14.3 = 160.16/14.3

solution: p= 11.2

Answer 2

11.2

Explanation:

divide 160 by 14.3