Question

X + 26 + 97 + x = 180

Answer 1

x= 57/2 or 28.5

Explanation:

2x + 123 = 180

2x = 180 - 123

2x = 57

x = 57/2 (fraction form) or 28.5 (decimal form)

Answer 2

`x +26 + 97 + x = 180 \\ collecting \: like \: terms \\ x + x + 26 + 97 = 180 \\ 2x + 123 = 180 \\ 2x = 180 - 123 \\ 2x = 57 \\ x = (57)/(2) \\ x = 28.5`