Question

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Answer 1

p = -7

a = 10

Explanation:

Question 1:

Step 1: Write out equation

-22 = 12p - 2(5p + 4)

Step 2: Distribute

-22 = 12p - 10p - 8

Step 3: Combine like terms (p)

-22 = 2p - 8

Step 4: Add 8 to both sides

-14 = 2p

Step 5: Divide both sides by 2

-7 = p

Step 6: Rewrite

p = -7

Question 2:

Step 1: Write out equation

11a - (4a - 7) = 77

Step 2: Distribute

11a - 4a + 7 = 77

Step 3: Combine like terms (a)

7a + 7 = 77

Step 4: Subtract 7 on both sides

7a = 70

Step 5: Divide both sides by 7

a = 10