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Ling tried to solve an equation.

12=p+6.2

12 + 6.2 = p + 6.2- 6.2 Setting up

18.2 = P Calculating

User Dimitar Darazhanski
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Answer:

p = 5.8

Explanation:

12 = p + 6.2 Subtract 6.2 from both sides. Ling subtracted 6.2 from the right, but added it to the left side.

5.8 = p

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