What is the value of the variable p in the given equation? 17p+4=55

Question

Write your answer in reduced fraction form, if applicable.

(1 point)
p

Answer 1

To solve the equation \(17p + 4 = 55\), follow these steps:

1. Subtract 4 from both sides to isolate the term with \(p\):

\[ 17p + 4 - 4 = 55 - 4 \]

\[ 17p = 51 \]

2. Now, divide both sides by 17 to solve for \(p\):

\[ p = \frac{51}{17} \]

3. Simplify the fraction:

\[ p = 3 \]

Thus, the value of the variable \(p\) is

\[ \boxed{3} \]