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We have 5x + 17 = -7

First, we move the non x terms to the RHS of the equation. To do this, we subtract 17 from both sides.

Note: if a = b, then a - c = b - c

Therefore, 5x + 17 - 17 = -7 - 17

or, 5x = -24

Next, divide both sides by 5, which is the coefficent of x

Note: if a = b, then a ÷ c = b ÷ c

5x/5 = -24/5

x = -24/5 or, x = -4.8

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