Answer:
4
Step-by-step explanation:
All the sides of an equilateral triangle are equal, hence the perimeter is expressed as P = 3s
s is one of the side length
Given DE = 5x - 8
P = 3DE
P = 3(5x-8)
36 = 3(5x-8)
36/3 = 5x-8
12 = 5x - 8
5x = 12+9
5x = 20
x = 20/4
x = 4
Hence the value of x is 4
