Question

The value of x is _____________ if 6x + 5 = 2x + 17.

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Answer 1

Answer:

Finding x=

$6x + 5 = 2x + 17 \\ \\ = 6x - 2x = 17 - 5 \\ \\ = 4x = 12 \\ \\ = x = \frac{12}{4} \\ \\ = x = 3$

So,

$\rightarrow$$\bold{x=3}$

Answer 2

Solution:

=> 6x + 5 = 2x + 17

=> 4x = 12

=> x = 3