Question 142977
Let x = the number of miles Mr Glock's was towed.
The towing charges can be written as:
$30 + $3(x) = $117  This is the equation! To solve for x, subtract $30 from both sides.
$3(x) = $87 Now divide both sides by $3.
$3(x)/$3 = $87/$3
x = 29
Mr Glock's car was towed 29 miles.