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1/4 (p-8)=10 what is the answer step by step

User Denahiro
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p = 3

To solve for p, start with the distribution property.

1/4 (p-8)=10 --> p(1/4)-8(1/4) = 10

1/4p-2=10

Now, add 2 to both sides.

1/4p-2 +2 =10 +2

1/4p = 12

Finally, divide both sides by 1/4.

1/4p = 12

p = 3

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