Question

Solve for p in the literal equation 2p + 38 = 9.
p =

Answer 1

p=-14.5

Explanation:

2p + 38 = 9

-38 -38

2p = -29

`√(2)`
`√(2)`

p = -14.5

Answer 2

p = -29/2

Explanation:

2p + 38 = 9

Subtract 38 from each side

2p + 38-38 = 9-38

2p = -29

divide by 2

2p/2 = -29/2

p = -29/2