Question

What is the solution to the equation x - 4.8 = 24?

x = 28.8
x = 19.2
x = 2
x = 0.2

Answer 1

x-4.8=24

-4.8+4.8=0

24+4.8=28.8

Answer= 28.8

Answer 2

x = 28.8

Explanation:

x - 4.8 = 24

Add 4.8 to each side to isolate x

x - 4.8+4.8 = 24+4.8

x=28.8