3 years ago

If p+q has the value that is exactly 1/3 less than p what is the value of q

Mathematics

1 answer:

solmaris [256]3 years ago

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Answer:

q = - $\frac{1}{3}$ p

Step-by-step explanation:

$\frac{1}{3}$ less than p = $\frac{2}{3}$ p

Thus

p + q = $\frac{2}{3}$ p ( multiply through by 3 to clear the fraction )

3p + 3q = 2p ( subtract 3p from both sides )

3q = - p ( divide both sides by 3 )

q = - $\frac{1}{3}$ p

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