Question 112237


{{{5p/7-18=-43}}} Start with the given equation




{{{(7)(5p/7-18)=(7)(-43)}}} Multiply both sides by the LCM of 7. This will eliminate the fractions  (note: if you need help with finding the LCM, check out this <a href=http://www.algebra.com/algebra/homework/divisibility/least-common-multiple.solver>solver</a>)




{{{5p-126=-301}}} Distribute and multiply the LCM to each side




{{{5p=-301+126}}}Add 126 to both sides



{{{5p=-175}}} Combine like terms on the right side



{{{p=(-175)/(5)}}} Divide both sides by 5 to isolate p




{{{p=-35}}} Divide


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Answer:

So our answer is {{{p=-35}}}