Question

X+25+7x-65=180 solve for x

Answer 1

X = 27.5

8x = 220, so 220/8 = 27.5

Answer 2

x = 27.5

Explanation:

(x + 25) + (7x - 65) = 180

8x - 40 = 180

8x = 220

x = 27.5

(27.5) + 25 + 7(27.5) - 65 = 180

52.5 + 192.5 - 65 = 180

245 - 65 = 180

180 = 180