If K is the midpoint of JL, JK=7x + 3 and KL = 2x + 13 find the value of X

Bosko Mijin asked Aug 21, 2023

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Bosko Mijin asked Aug 21, 2023

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Answer:

x = 2

Explanation:

since K is at the midpoint of JL then

JK = KL , that is

7x + 3 = 2x + 13 ( subtract 2x from both sides )

5x + 3 = 13 ( subtract 3 from both sides )

5x = 10 ( divide both sides by 5 )

x = 2

Mark Denfton answered Aug 25, 2023

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