Answer:
p = 11.2
Step-by-step explanation:
2.6(5.5p - 12.4) = 127.92
First we use the distributive property:
2.6(5.5p) - 2.6(12.4) = 127.92
14.3p - 32.24 = 127.92
Using the addition property of equality, add 32.24 to each side:
14.3p - 32.24 + 32.24 = 127.92 + 32.24
14.3p = 160.16
Using the division property of equality, divide each side by 14.3:
14.3p/14.3 = 160.16/14.3
p = 11.2