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Solve the equation shown for x.
3x - 15 = 17 - x

Solve the equation shown for x. 3x - 15 = 17 - x-example-1

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Answer:

x=8

Explanation:

3x - 15 = 17 - x

add x to both sides:

3x + x - 15 = 17 - x + x

4x - 15 = 17

Add 15 to both sides:

4x + 15 - 15 = 17 +15

4x = 32

Divide both sides by 4:

x = 8

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