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Solve for x.

2x + 15
5x - 12

Solve for x. 2x + 15 5x - 12-example-1

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Answer:

x = 9

Explanation:

2x + 15 = 5x - 12 (since it is parallel)

15 + 12 = 5x - 2x

27 = 3x

x = 9

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