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Set up an equation and solve for x.

Set up an equation and solve for x.-example-1
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Answer:

Equation:
14x + 2 = 15x - 3

Solution:
x = 5

Explanation:

The two lines are parallel, therefore, the two given angles are equal alternate exterior angles.


14x + 2 = 15x - 3 \text{ / Subtract 14x}\\14x + 2 - 14x = 15x - 3 - 14x\\\to 2 = x - 3 \text{ / Add 3}\\2 + 3 = x - 3 + 3\\\to 5 = x

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