Answer:
(D) (a + 4)/2
Step-by-step explanation:
To solve, you need to subtract the first equation from the second.
9p = 3a + 1
<u>- 7p = 2a - 3</u>
2p = 1a + 4
Now, you need to rearrange the equation so that is equal to p.
2p = a + 4
(2p)/2 = (a + 4)/2
p = (a + 4)/2
This gives you answer choice D.
"A construction company is stringing up signs ... "
Divide 4 miles by 1/8 mile:
4 miles
--------------------------- = 32 signs are needed
(1/8) mile per sign
The answer to this question is 11-14 is -3
The answer is actually 1.571