Solve the equation.
17=7x+2−2x
(1 point)
x=
17 = 7x + 2 - 2x
Combine like terms:
17 = 5x + 2
Subtract 2 from both sides:
15 = 5x
Divide by 5:
x = 3
Therefore, x = 3.
17=7x+2−2x
(1 point)
x=
Combine like terms:
17 = 5x + 2
Subtract 2 from both sides:
15 = 5x
Divide by 5:
x = 3
Therefore, x = 3.