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What value of p makes this equation true? 3p − 8 = −23

a. p = -6
b. p = -5
c. p = 5
d. p=6

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Answer:

[tex]\boxed{\sf p=-5}[/tex]

Step-by-step explanation:

[tex]\sf 3p - 8 = -23[/tex]

First, rearrange unknown terms to the left side of the equation:

[tex]\sf 3p=-23+8[/tex]

Add -23 + 8 = -15

[tex]\sf 3p=-15[/tex]

Divide both sides of the equation by the coefficient of variable "3" :

[tex]\sf \cfrac{3p}{3} =\cfrac{-15}{3}[/tex]

Cross out common factor:

[tex]\sf p=-5[/tex]

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