Question

Solve for p and also please say how you did itttt

Answer 1

p = 14

Explanation:

`(-18+p)/(2) =-2`

1st, we should get rid of the denominator by multiplying 2 on both sides

`(-18+p)/(2)*2 =-2*2\\\\-18+p=-4`

Then, we just add 18 on both sides to isolate p

`-18+18+p=-4+18\\p=14`

Answer 2

p = 14

General Formulas and Concepts:
Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Algebra I

Equality Properties

• Multiplication Property of Equality
• Division Property of Equality
• Addition Property of Equality
• Subtraction Property of Equality

Terms/Coefficients

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify.

`\displaystyle (-18 + p)/(2) = -2`

Step 2: Solve for p

1. [Multiplication Property of Equality] Multiply 2 on both sides:
   `\displaystyle -18 + p = -4`
2. [Addition Property of Equality] Add 18 on both sides:
   `\displaystyle p = 14`

Topic: Algebra I