What is $52.71 more than 4 times the beginning value of the ending value is $172.90

Question

What is $52.71 more than 4 times the beginning value of the ending value is $172.90

Answer 1

I think you meant to write that 4 times the beginning value plus $52.71 is $172.90.

 

If that analysis is correct, then let x = the beginning value

 

then 4x + $52.71 = $172.90

 

4x = 172.90 - 52.71

 

4x = $120.19

 

x ≅ $30.05