3(4x+2)-5

To simplify the expression \( 3(4x + 2) - 5 \), follow these steps:

1. Distribute the \( 3 \) into the parenthesis: \[ 3 \cdot 4x + 3 \cdot 2 = 12x + 6 \]

2. Now, subtract \( 5 \) from the result: \[ 12x + 6 - 5 = 12x + 1 \]

So, the simplified expression is: \[ 12x + 1 \]