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First, set up the equation you are given: 15 - 2p = 9

Subtract 15 from each side of the equation: 15 -2p - 15 = 9-15

Then, you should have: -2p = -6

Divide each side by -2: (-2p)/(-2) = (-6/-2)

Solve for p: p = 3

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