Answer:
x = 7
Explanation:
GE = 3x + 5
IE is half of GE so this statement is true: 3x + 5 = 2(x + 6)
Then solve for x.
3x + 5 = 2(x + 6)
Distribute 2.
3x + 5 = 2x + 12
Isolate x.
x + 5 = 12
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