Solve for x: 10x + 5 = 7x − 16.

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To solve for x, we need to isolate x on one side of the equation.

First, we can simplify the equation by combining like terms:

10x + 5 = 7x - 16

Subtracting 7x from both sides:

3x + 5 = -16

Subtracting 5 from both sides:

3x = -21

Finally, dividing both sides by 3:

x = -7

Therefore, the solution is x = -7.