Question

If x + k = 12 and p(x + k) = 36, what is the value

of p?
(A) 3
(B) 4
(C) 6
(D) 9
(E) 12

Answer 1

3

Explanation:

x + k = 12 and p(x + k) = 36

Start with p(x + k) = 36

Since x + k = 12, we can substitute:

p(x + k) = 36

p(12) = 36

p = 36/12 or 3