Solve for x of the triangle

Foosh asked Jun 14, 2023

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Foosh asked Jun 14, 2023

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Answer:

x=3

Explanation:

Since on one side of the triangle, both of the side halves are equal, then 5x-4 and 3x+2 are equal.

5x-4=3x+2

We can just use simple algebra to find x.

$5x-4=3x+2\\5x=3x+6\\2x=6\\x=3$

Joschua answered Jun 18, 2023

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