Question

Solve P = 4(3a - b) for a in terms of P and b. You must show all work

Answer 1

P = 4(3a - b)


P = 12a -4 b


P+4b = 12a


(P+4b)/12 = a


a = (P+4b)/12


Answer is \[\Large a = \frac{P+4b}{12}\]