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Solve the equation for x.

x-17=-5​

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3 votes

Answer: 12

Step-by-step explanation:

add 17 to both sides

x = -5 + 17 = 12

User Souvik Ray
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Answer:

x = 12

Step-by-step explanation:

x - 17 = -5

x = -5 + 17

x = 12

User Furier
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