From the condition, this phrase "the average cost per car is no more than $7200" means that an inequality takes place<= 7200. (1) And they want you solve this inequality for x. To solve it, multiply both sides by x. Since x is positive, by its meaning, you can do it without problems. You will get 7020x + 8460 <= 7200x. Simplify it by subtracting the number 7020 from both sides. You will get 8640 <= 7200x - 7020, 8640 <= 180x, x >= = 48. So, x >= 48 is your solution and is your answer.