Question

How many soultions does the equation 2(p+5) = 4 - 10p have? Explain how you found your answer.

Answer 1

1, p = -0.5

Explanation:

2(p+5) = 4 - 10p

2p+10 = 4 - 10p

2p + 10p = 4 - 10

12p = -6

p = -6/12

p = -0.5

2(-0.5+5) = 4 - 10(-0.5)

-1 + 10 = 4 + 5

9 = 9