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Solve for p: 5−p+6 = 8

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P=3







Explanation: 5-p+6=8 p=8
User Rlinden
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Answer:

p=3

Explanation:

To solve, we need to isolate the variable: p

5−p+6 = 8

Combine like terms

5+6 -p =8

11 -p=8

Subtract 11 from both sides

-p = -3

Divide both sides by -1

p=3

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