Question

(3x+12)+x=180 Find the value of x.

Answer 1

x=42

Explanation:

180-12=168

168 divided by 4 = 42

x=42

Answer 2

x =42

Explanation:

(3x+12)+x=180

Combine like terms

4x +12 = 180

Subtract 12 from each side

4x +12-12=180-12

4x = 168

Divide by 4

4x/4 =168/4

x =42