4.5{4_x}+36=202-2.5{3+28}
you first multiply 4.5 and the numbers in the bracket.
4.5*4=18
4.5*x=4.5x
you will obtain 18-4.5x=202_2.5{3+28}
2.5*3=7.5 2.5*28=70
18_4.5x=202_7.5_70
18_4.5x=124.5_18
-4.5x=106.5
x=23.67
In your question where as the amount of gasoline that 80 drivers bought to fill their cars gas tanks is shown in your diagram and the problem as to find how many drivers bought more than 12 gallons and the best answer would be 36. I hope you are satistfied with my answer and if you need some clarification, please feel free to ask for more
15/2 = $7.5 per hour
7.5 times 5 = $37.50 earned in 5 hours
The sum is 61 for this equation.