Question

solve the equation 5(p - 2) = 20.
what is the value of 5p?
5(p - 2) = 20
5p - 10 = 20
+ 10 + 10 add 10 on both sides.
5p = \boxed{}

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the equation after expansion

We have the equation \(5p - 10 = 20\) from expanding \(5(p - 2)\).

Step2: Add 10 to both sides

To isolate \(5p\), we add 10 to both sides of the equation \(5p - 10 = 20\). So, \((5p - 10)+ 10=20 + 10\). Simplifying the left side gives \(5p\) and the right side gives \(30\).

Answer:

\(30\)