What is the value of p in the equation?

One-fourth (8 minus 4 p) + 2 p = 12

1/4(8-4p) + 2p = 12

Use distributive property by multiplying 1/4 by each term inside parentheses:

2 - p + 2p =12

Combine like terms:

2 + p = 12

Subtract 2 from both sides:

P = 10

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