Question

Solve for p.
16 – 3p = 2/3p+5

Answer 1

p = -33/7

Explanation:

We first re-organize the equation.

3p - 2/3p = 5 - 16

9-2/3p = -11

7p/3 = -11

Then we cross multiply-

7p = -33

p = -33/7

Answer 2

p=3

Explanation:

16-3p=2/3p+5

16=3 2/3p+5

11=3 2/3p

3=p