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It is a linear equation with a single unknown, x.

If you want the solution of the equation,

8x - 7 = 5x + 8

Collect terms, remembering to change signs if you go from one side to the other:

8x - 5x = 8 + 7

or 3x = 15

Divide both sides by 3: x = 5

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