What is x in the equation (x + 6) + 2(2-4) = 180 ?

1 Answer
May 28, 2018

x=178

Explanation:

Open the brackets first:

(x+6)+2(2-4)=180

(x+6)+2(-2) = 180

(x+6) -4 = 180

x+(6-4) = 180

x+2 = 180

x =180-2

x=178

Check the answer:

(178+6) + 2(2-4)
184 +2(-2)
184-4 = 180