Answer
P = -9
Work Step by Step
Step 1) 4p + 2 = 3p - 7 ... The equation
Step 2) 4p + 2 - 3p = 3p - 7 - 3p ... Subtract each side by 3p
Step 3) 1p + 2 - 2 = -7 - 2 ... Subtract 2 on each side
Step 4) 1p = -9 ... Divide by one on both sides
Step 5) p = -9 ... Final Answer