p+3 +8 = 10 What value of p is the solution to the given equation?
A
−1
B
5
C
15
D
21
Correct answer: A
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Explanation
Choice A is correct. Subtracting 8 from both sides of the given equation yields +3=2 =- p . Subtracting 3 from both sides of this equation yields p 1. Choice B is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors. Choice C is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors. Choice D is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.
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