What is the missing information to find the value of ‘x’?

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The discussion centers on determining the value of 'x' based on the masses of rocks collected by Emily and Ashli. It is established that the mean mass of Ashli's rocks exceeds that of Emily's by 0.2 kilograms. To solve for 'x', the specific masses of the rocks collected by both individuals must be provided. Without this data, the calculation remains incomplete.

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Emily and Ashli each collected six rocks, and the masses of the rocks
are shown in the table below. The mean of the masses of the rocks
Ashli collected is 0.2 kilogram greater than the mean of the masses
of the rocks Emily collected. What is the value of ‘x’ ?
 
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I have moved your post to its own thread, as this is a better fit than in an announcement regarding the anniversary of our founding. ;)

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