Question

A point (p, 10) lies on the line -2y = 5x - 8. Calculate the values of P.

Answer 1

Since point (p, 10) lies on the line -2y = 5x - 8 the coordinates must satisfy the equation.

therefore,

-2(10) = 5p - 8

-20 = 5p - 8

5p = -12

p = - 12 / 5

there you go :)