Respuesta :

Answer:

x = -3

Step-by-step explanation:

2(x + 7) - 3 = 5     (given)

2x + 14 - 3 = 5     (Distributive Property)

2x + 14 = 8           (Addition Property of Equality)

2x = -6                  (Subtraction Property of Equality)

x = -3                    (Division Property of Equality)