Answer:
x= 7
Step-by-step explanation:
add (12x+1) and (5x-3) which becomes 17x-2 and then set that equal to 117 and solve. move the 2 to the right side of the equation which becomes 17x=119 and then divide 119 by 17 which x equals 7.
plug in 7 for x to make sure you get 117
