Answer:
The answer to your question is x = 17
Step-by-step explanation:
Equation
2x - 12 = x + 5
1.- Subtract x in both sides
2x - x - 12 = x - x + 5
2.- Simplify
x - 12 = 5 Now, there is only one x on the left
3.- Add 12 in both sides
x - 12 + 12 = 5 + 12
4.- Simplify and result
x = 17
