Question

Solve for x.

0.5x+78.2=287

Answer 1

x =417.6

Explanation:

0.5x+78.2=287

Subtract 78.2 from each side

0.5x+78.2-78.2=287-78.2

.5x =208.8

Divide each side by .5

.5x/.5 = 280.8/.5

x =417.6