Question

Find the X of 12X-2+(-102)=180

Answer 1

X =
`(284)/(12)` =
`(71)/(3)`

Explanation:

12X-2+(-102)=180

First let's gather all the terms on one side and the integers on the other.

12X = 180 + 102 + 2

12X = 284

Solve for X by dividing by 12.

12X/12 = 284/12

X =
`(284)/(12)`

Which can be simplified:

`(71)/(3)` = 23.66666667