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If k is the midpoint of JL, JK =8x + 11 and KL =14x-1, find JL

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Answer:

JL=54

Explanation:

8x+11 = 14x-1

11 + 1 = 14x - 8x

12 = 6x

x = 12/6

x = 2

plug into problems

JK = 8x + 11 = 8*2 + 11 = 16+11 = 27

KL = JK = 27

solve

JL = JK + KL = 27 + 27 = 54

JL = 54

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