Question

Solve for p in the literal equation 8p+5r=q

Answer 1

`8p + 5r = q`

Subtract 5r on both sides of the equation.

`8p = - 5r + q`

Divide both sides of the equation by 8.

`p = ( - 5r + q)/(8)`

Answer 2

8p + 5r = q

We have to isolate the variable p. Let's begin by subtracting 5r from both sides.

8p = q - 5r

Divide both sides by 8

p =
`(q - 5r)/(8)`