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solve for xx in the equation 2x+5=172x + 5 = 17

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Q. solve for xx in the equation 2x+5=172x + 5 = 17
  1. Subtract 55 to isolate x: Subtract 55 from both sides to isolate the term with xx.2x+55=1752x + 5 - 5 = 17 - 52x=122x = 12
  2. Divide by 22 to solve: Divide both sides by 22 to solve for xx.2x2=122\frac{2x}{2} = \frac{12}{2}x=6x = 6