Solve for x. 5x + 2 = 17

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The answer is 3. Need an explanation

Avtandil answered Aug 14, 2018

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Subtract 2 from both sides, giving you 5x = 15. Divide each side by 5, giving you x = 3.

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Scubbo answered Aug 19, 2018

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