Solve the following equations:
4=5(p−2)

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Solution

Given: To solve 4=5(p−2)
Step 1: Open the bracket.
4=5p−10
Step 2: Rearrange by taking variable on LHS and numerals on RHS.
5p=4+10
5p=14
p=14/5
Hence, the value of p is 14/5.

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