To solve for \( x \) using the properties of parallelograms, we need more specific information or measurements about the parallelogram's angles or sides. Typically in a parallelogram, opposite angles are equal, and opposite sides are equal in length.
Assuming \( 3x - 5 \) is equal to another expression related to the parallelogram, we need that expression to continue.
For example, if we are told that \( 3x - 5 \) is equal to \( 15 \):
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Set up the equation: \[ 3x - 5 = 15 \]
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Solve for \( x \): \[ 3x = 15 + 5 \] \[ 3x = 20 \] \[ x = \frac{20}{3} \] \[ x \approx 6.67 \]
If you have a different expression to equate \( 3x - 5 \) to, please provide that so I can lead you through the solving process for \( x \) properly.
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