Question

Solve for p in the literal equation 9p + 7r = q.

Answer 1

Answer: p = q - 7r ÷ 9

Answer 2

p =
`(q-7r)/(9)`

Explanation:

Given

9p + 7r = q ( subtract 7r from both sides )

9p = q - 7r ( isolate p by dividing both sides by 9 )

p =
`(q-7r)/(9)`