SOLUTION: How do i solve 3x + 5 = 17

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Question 320861: How do i solve 3x + 5 = 17
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) About Me  (Show Source):
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3x%2B5=17 Start with the given equation.


3x=17-5 Subtract 5 from both sides.


3x=12 Combine like terms on the right side.


x=%2812%29%2F%283%29 Divide both sides by 3 to isolate x.


x=4 Reduce.


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Answer:

So the solution is x=4