x+72=120

To solve the equation \( x + 72 = 120 \), you need to isolate \( x \).

1. Subtract 72 from both sides of the equation:

   \[ x + 72 - 72 = 120 - 72 \]

2. This simplifies to:

   \[ x = 48 \]

So, the solution is \( x = 48 \).