Question

8(61 + p) = 168
p =

Answer 1

p= -40

Explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

8(61+p)=168

(8)(61)+(8)(p)=168(Distribute)

488+8p=168

8p+488=168

Step 2: Subtract 488 from both sides.

8p+488−488=168−488

8p=−320

Step 3: Divide both sides by 8.

8p /8 = −320 /8

p=−40

Answer:

p=−40

Answer 2

p = -40

Explanation:

Step 1: Distribute

8(61 + p) = 168

(8 * 61) + (8 * p) = 168

488 + 8p = 168

Step 2: Subtract 488 from both sides

488 + 8p - 488 = 168 - 488

8p = -320

Step 3: Divide both sides by 8

8p / 8 = -320 / 8

p = -40

Answer: p = -40