Question

pamela is helping her brother with his algebra homework. together, they solve the equation p - 4 = -9 + p. their work is correct and shown below. help explain what this means for the answer in the space provided. p - 4 = -9 + p -p -p -4 = -9

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the result of equation

When we simplify the equation $p - 4=-9 + p$ by subtracting $p$ from both sides, we get $-4=-9$. This is a false statement.

Answer:

The equation $p - 4=-9 + p$ has no solution because the simplification results in a false - equality ($-4
eq - 9$).