Question

consider the equation 3p - 7 + p = 13. what is the resulting equation after the first step in the solution?
○ p - 7 = 13 - 3p
○ 2p - 7 = 13
○ 3p - 7 = 13 - p
○ 4p - 7 = 13

Explanation:

Step1: Identify like terms

The equation is \(3p - 7 + p = 13\). The like terms with \(p\) are \(3p\) and \(p\).

Step2: Combine like terms

Combining \(3p\) and \(p\) gives \(3p + p=4p\). So the equation becomes \(4p - 7 = 13\).

Answer:

D. \(4p - 7 = 13\)