0.6(x + 7) - 1.2(x - 3) = 6.8

Expanding the terms:

0.6x + 4.2 - 1.2x + 3.6 = 6.8

Combine like terms:

-0.6x + 7.8 = 6.8

Subtract 7.8 from both sides:

-0.6x = -1

Divide by -0.6:

x = 1.67

Therefore, the solution to the equation is x = 1.67.