Question

Solve for p: -3(9-7p)=-12

Answer 1

p = 5/7

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First, we can divide both sides of the equation by -3:
-3(9-7p) = -12
9-7p = 4
Now combine the constants by moving the 9 to the right side of the equation. To do this, subtract 9 from both sides:
-7p = -5
Finally, divide both sides by -7 to isolate the variable, p.
p = -5/-7
A negative divided by a negative is a positive number so the answer is:
p = 5/7

Answer 2

p = 5/7

Explanation:

-3(9-7p)=-12

-27 + 21p = -12

21p = -12 + 27

21p = 15

p = 15/21 or 5/7