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User Geoff L
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Answer:

Explanation:

The answer is 9.

To set this problem up, use the given rations. 44 is to 88 as 3x-2 is to 50. simplifying and setting up as an equation this gives us 3x-2/50=1/2

Solve using algebra to get x=9

User GO VEGAN
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Answer:

9.0

Explanation:

In a triangle, the midline joining the midpoints of two sides is parallel to the third side and half as long, so

3x-2 = 50/2

3x-2 = 25

3x = 25 + 2

3x = 27

x = 27/3

x = 9

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