- solve the following equation by trial and error
- method=
- 5p+2=17
Equation is : 5p + 2 = 17
By hit and trial method, put p = 1
5(1) + 2 = 7≠17
Now put p = 2 we get
5(2) + 2 = 12 ≠ 17
Now put p = 3 we get
5(3)+2=17 = R.H.S
The value of p is 3.