Question

Solve for p.

3(p+2.55)=9 3/4

Enter your answer as a decimal or fraction in simplest form

Answer 1

p = .7

Explanation:

3(p+2.55)=9 3/4

Change the fraction to a decimal

3(p+2.55)=9.75

Divide each side by 3

3/3(p+2.55)=9.75/3

(p+2.55)=3.25

Subtract 2.55 from each side

(p+2.55-2.55)=3.25-2.55

p =.7