Question

What is the solution of the equation? 2 = 6p -8 -5p A. –10 B. –6 C. 2 D. 10

Answer 1

2 = 6p - 8 -5p
generally u have to make "P" alone in this case..
first add or subtract the terms with P.. can u?

Answer 2

Honestly I dont know how to do these problems all I know is that its not a

Answer 3

ok just look the terms with p..
its 6p and -5p agreed?

Answer 4

Yes

Answer 5

ok first subtract these terms it will leave.
2= 6p-5p-8
2 = p -8.. agreed?

Answer 6

Yes

Answer 7

Then do I divide ,8 by 2

Answer 8

-8

Answer 9

no there is a sign so u dont have to divide.. add +8 on both sides..

Answer 10

-6?

Answer 11

hmm noo..
2= p-8 right?
now add +8 on both sides
2+8 = p -8 +8
10 = p..
get it?

Answer 12

@jennyjewell25 do u get it?
if not i can explain again.

Answer 13

I got it thank you

Answer 14

ok you're welcome..