BECE Mathematics 2017 Paper

Concept:To solve for a variable in a fractional equation, cross-multiply to remove the denominators, then isolate the variable.Explanation:Start from the given equation.Cross-multiply the numerators with the denominators of the opposite sides.$2p \times 1 = 1 \times 8$Simplify both sides.$2p = 8$Here, the coefficient of $p$ is $2$.Divide both sides of the equation by $2$.$\frac{2p}{2} = \frac{8}{2}$The $2$ on the left cancels out.$p = 4$Therefore, the correct answer is option A.Answer:$p = 4$ Option A.