Solve the following equation. Show all your work. 21.3 = x + 5.1

Answer 1

To solve for x, we need to isolate x on one side of the equation.

21.3 = x + 5.1

Subtract 5.1 from both sides to get x by itself:

21.3 - 5.1 = x
16.2 = x

Therefore, x = 16.2.