Question

Brittany's savings may be modeled by the equation
3
(
x
+
5
)
+
8
=
122
where x represents the initial amount saved in dollars. What was the initial amount saved?


$33.00


$36.33


$48.33


$99.00

Answer 1

Solve: 3(x + 5) + 8 = 122
3x + 15 + 8 = 122
3x + 23 = 122
3x = 99
x = 33

Initial amount saved = $33.00.