SOLUTION: the value of y is 5 more than 2 times the value of x. find x when y is 17.

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Question 772057: the value of y is 5 more than 2 times the value of x. find x when y is 17.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
y=5+2x according to your description. Solve the formula for x and let y equal 17.