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Find the value of x and rs if s is between r and t rs = 5x, st = 3x, and rt = 48

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Answer: 6

Explanation:

By the segment addition postulate,

5x + 3x = 48

8x = 48

x = 6

Find the value of x and rs if s is between r and t rs = 5x, st = 3x, and rt = 48-example-1
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