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  • 12-09-2019
  • Mathematics
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B is the midpoint of AC. Given AB = 3x + 8 and BC=5x - 2; find the value of x

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jimrgrant1 jimrgrant1
  • 12-09-2019

Answer:

x = 5

Step-by-step explanation:

Given that B is at the midpoint of AC, then

AB = BC ← substitute values

3x + 8 = 5x - 2 ( subtract 5x from both sides )

- 2x + 8 = - 2 ( subtract 8 from both sides )

- 2x = - 10 ( divide both sides by - 2 )

x = 5

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TheSandMan TheSandMan
  • 12-09-2019
X = 5 that is the answer your welcome have a nice day :)
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