Keep going. Make a balanced move so that x is alone on the left, and then rewrite the equation to solve for the value of x.

Olivia's miles
=
Addison's miles

60+20x
=
90+10x

10x

10x

60 + 10x
=
90

60

60

10x
=
30

x
=

1 answer

Let's break down the steps you're following to solve the equation and find the value of \( x \).

  1. Start with the equation: \[ 60 + 20x = 90 + 10x \]

  2. To isolate \( x \) on one side, subtract \( 10x \) from both sides: \[ 60 + 20x - 10x = 90 + 10x - 10x \] This simplifies to: \[ 60 + 10x = 90 \]

  3. Next, subtract 60 from both sides: \[ 60 - 60 + 10x = 90 - 60 \] This simplifies to: \[ 10x = 30 \]

  4. Finally, divide both sides by 10 to solve for \( x \): \[ x = \frac{30}{10} \] Thus: \[ x = 3 \]

Therefore, the solution for \( x \) is: \[ \boxed{3} \]