Question

17 = 2x -3
how do I solve this?

Answer 1

Explanation:

17 = 2x - 3

1. Add 3 to both sides

17 + 3 = 2x - 3 + 3

2. Simplify

20 = 2x

3. Divide both sides by 2

20/2 = 2x/2

4. Simplify

10 = x <------- Answer

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~Shane