Question

equations with parentheses, decimals, & fractions quick check
solve for x in the equation 102.5 (x - 11.92) = 71.6. round your answer to 3 decimal places. (1 point)
-11.221
12.619
12.618
0.699

Explanation:

Step1: Divide both sides by 102.5

$x - 11.92=\frac{71.6}{102.5}$

Step2: Calculate the right - hand side value

$\frac{71.6}{102.5}=0.698536$

Step3: Add 11.92 to both sides

$x=0.698536 + 11.92$

Step4: Calculate the value of x

$x = 12.618536$

Step5: Round to 3 decimal places

$x\approx12.619$

Answer:

12.619