Math Problem Statement

Solve the equation: 3(2p - 1) = 5(p - 2)

Solution

The equation shown in the image is:

3(2p1)=5(p2)3(2p - 1) = 5(p - 2)

Let's solve for pp.

Step 1: Expand both sides of the equation.

Distribute the constants on both sides:

3(2p1)=6p33(2p - 1) = 6p - 3 5(p2)=5p105(p - 2) = 5p - 10

Now the equation looks like:

6p3=5p106p - 3 = 5p - 10

Step 2: Move all terms involving pp to one side and constants to the other side.

Subtract 5p5p from both sides:

6p5p3=106p - 5p - 3 = -10 p3=10p - 3 = -10

Step 3: Isolate pp.

Add 3 to both sides:

p=10+3p = -10 + 3 p=7p = -7

So, the solution is p=7p = -7.

Would you like more details or further explanation? Here are some related questions to expand on this topic:

  1. How can we verify the solution p=7p = -7 by substituting it back into the original equation?
  2. What are the properties of linear equations like the one we solved here?
  3. Can this equation have more than one solution?
  4. How would the process change if the equation was nonlinear?
  5. How can we graphically represent this linear equation?

Tip: Always check your solution by substituting it back into the original equation to ensure it's correct!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations

Formulas

Distributive Property
Basic Linear Equation

Theorems

Distributive Property

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9