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Five less than the product of 7 and a number is equal to 3.

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Answer:

x = 8/7

Explanation:

Step 1: Convert to math

7x - 5 = 3

Step 2: Solve for x

  1. Add to both sides: 7x = 8
  2. Divide both sides by 7: x = 8/7
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