Question

Solve for x

0.5x + 78.2 = 287

Answer 1

0.5x + 78.2 = 287

0.5x = 287 - 78.2

0.5x = 208.8

0.5x ÷ 0.5 = 208.8 ÷ 0.5

x = 417.6

Answer 2

x = 417.6

287 = 78.2 + .5x

208.8 = .5x

x = 417.6

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