Answer:
Not sure
Step-by-step explanation:
x = 12.5
17 = 2(x - 4)
17 = 2x - 8
17 + 8 = 2x - 8 + 8
25 = 2x
12.5 = x
x - a smaller number
(x+1) - a larger number
3(x+1) - 2x = 34
3x + 3 - 2x = 34
x= 31
(x+1) = 32