Respuesta :

handsomesquid807

Answer:

x = -2

Step-by-step explanation:

5x + 17 = 7

5x = -10

5x/5 = -10/5

x = -2

i could be wrong but i hope i helped

ricchad

Answer:

x = -2

Step-by-step explanation:

5X + 17 = 7

subtract 17 each side

5x + 17 - 17 = 7 - 17

divide 5 both sides

5x = -10  

simplify

5x/5 = -10/5

x = -2