18x+23x=697

To solve the equation \(18x + 23x = 697\), you can start by combining the like terms on the left side.

1. Combine the terms: \[ (18 + 23)x = 697 \] \[ 41x = 697 \]

2. Next, divide both sides by 41 to isolate \(x\): \[ x = \frac{697}{41} \]

3. Now, perform the division: \[ x = 17 \]

So, the solution is: \[ x = 17 \]