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Point k is between points H and J, HK=x-5, KJ=5x-12, and HJ=25. Find the value of x

Point k is between points H and J, HK=x-5, KJ=5x-12, and HJ=25. Find the value of x
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Point k is between points H and J, HK=x-5, KJ=5x-12, and HJ=25. Find the value of x

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we know that if K is between H and J that HK+KJ=HJ therefore by substitution, x-5+5x-12=25

6x-17=25

6x=42

x=7
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