7=3x-23

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To solve for x, you need to isolate the variable.

7 = 3x - 23

First, add 23 to both sides of the equation to get rid of the -23:

7 + 23 = 3x - 23 + 23

30 = 3x

Then, divide both sides of the equation by 3 to solve for x:

30/3 = 3x/3

10 = x

Therefore, x = 10.