To solve this problem, you set up the equation 45+(2x-5)=180
Next, subtract 45 from 180 to get the equation 2x-5=135
After that, add 5 to 135 to get 2x=140
Diviode 140 by 2 to get X=70
The answer is true, by definition, its true.
Gavin's number is 68.6
Equation: 1/2(x) = 34.3
Use inverse operations on both sides.
1/2(x) = 1x or x = 34.3(2)
34.3(2) = 68.6
Thus, x equals 68.6
Given that there is a little information I would say all is damaged.