Question

1. which expression is equivalent to 5p + 4p + p + 2p? a. 11p b. 24p c 12p d. 41p

Explanation:

Step1: Combine like terms

Add coefficients of $p$: $5 + 4 + 1 + 2$

Step2: Calculate sum of coefficients

$5+4=9$, $9+1=10$, $10+2=12$

Step3: Attach variable to result

Multiply sum by $p$: $12 \times p$

Answer:

C. 12p