Question

Solve for the variables.

Answer 1

The answer is 3p - 15 = 7p - 5 3p = 7p + 10 -4p = 10 p = 10/-4 p = 5/-2

Explanation:

Answer 2

The question gives the fact that both lines are parallel.

So:

3p - 15 = 7p - 5

3p = 7p + 10

-4p = 10

p = 10/-4

p = 5/-2