Answer:
x = - 1.5
Step-by-step explanation:
2 - 3(2x - 2) = 17 ← distribute parenthesis
2 - 6x + 6 = 17 , simplify
8 - 6x = 17 ( subtract 8 from both sides )
- 6x = 9 ( divide both sides by - 6 )
x = [tex]\frac{9}{-6}[/tex] = - [tex]\frac{3}{2}[/tex] = - 1.5
