Question

Solve the equation
3p-2q=5
q-1=3p

Answer 1

p = -7/3 and q = -6

Explanation:

3p-2q=5

Substitute q-1 for 3p

q-1-2q=5

-q-1=5

q=-5-1=-6

Substitute the value of q = -6 in q-1=3p

-6-1=3p

3p=-7

p = -7/3