Question

Find RS
R.
K
2x-11
11
S
2x-14
T
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Answer 1

The value of RS in the segment drawn is 7

From the diagram given :

• RS + ST = RT
• RS = 2x - 11 ; ST = 2x - 14

Now we have ;

11 = 2x - 11 + 2x - 14

11 = 4x -25

11 + 25 = 4x

36 = 4x

x = 9

RS = 2x - 11

RS = 2(9) - 11

RS = 18 - 11

RS = 7

Hence, the value of RS is 7.