Find the value for x and ST if T is between S and U: TU = 5x - 3, SU = 45, ST = 7x.

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FLP asked Oct 14, 2023

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Find the value for x and ST if T is between S and U: TU = 5x - 3, SU = 45, ST = 7x.

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SU = ST+ TU

45 = 7x+5x-3

Solve for x:

Combine like terms:

45 = 12x-3

Add 3 to both sides of the equation:

45+3 =12x-3+3

48 = 12x

Divide both sides by 12

48/12 =12x/12

4=x

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