Question

Given that $\frac{-6p-9}{3}=\frac{2p+9}{5}$, find the value of $p$.

• A. $-4$
• B. $-2$
• C. $3$
• D. $5$

Answer 1

The correct option is B $-2$

Given, $\frac{-6p-9}{3}=\frac{2p+9}{5}$

$\Rightarrow -2p-3=\frac{2p+9}{5}$

$\Rightarrow -10p-15=2p+9$
$\Rightarrow -12p=24$
$\Rightarrow p=-2$