x + 2 1/3 = 5 2/3

x = ____

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Apologies for the mistake. Let's solve the equation again:

x + 2 1/3 = 5 2/3

First, convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions:

x + 7/3 = 17/3

Now, subtract 7/3 from both sides to solve for x:

x = 17/3 - 7/3
x = 10/3
x = 3 1/3

Therefore, x = 3 1/3.