Answer:
x = 7
Step-by-step explanation:
Given
3(x - 4) - 5 = x - 3 ← distribute parenthesis on left side and simplify
3x - 12 - 5 = x - 3
3x - 17 = x - 3 ( subtract x from both sides )
2x - 17 = - 3 ( add 17 to both sides )
2x = 14 ( divide both sides by 2 )
x = 7
