1. **State the problem:** We need to express the variable $p$ in terms of the variable $q$ given an equation or relationship involving $p$ and $q$. 2. **Identify the relationship:** Since the user did not provide a specific equation, let's assume an example equation such as $p = 2q + 3$ to demonstrate how to express $p$ in terms of $q$. 3. **Express $p$ in terms of $q$:** Given $p = 2q + 3$, $p$ is already expressed in terms of $q$. 4. **If there were a more complex equation:** For example, if the equation was $3p - 4q = 5$, solve for $p$: $$ 3p = 5 + 4q $$ $$ p = \frac{5 + 4q}{3} $$ 5. **Conclusion:** To express $p$ in terms of $q$, isolate $p$ on one side of the equation and rewrite it explicitly as a function of $q$. **Final answer (for the example equation $3p - 4q = 5$):** $$ p = \frac{5 + 4q}{3} $$