Question

Which value of p makes the equation 18+ 2 (3p – 8) = –37 true?

O p = -7.83
O p = -6.5
O p = -5
O p = 2.05

Answer 1

p = -6.5

Explanation:

Given:

• 18+ 2 (3p – 8) = –37

Solving for p:

• 18+ 2 (3p – 8) = –37
• 18 + 6p - 16 = -37
• 6p + 2 = -37
• 6p = -37 - 2
• 6p = -39
• p = -39/6
• p = -6.5

Option 2 is correct in the list