Question

If EF = 2x-12, FG = 3x-15, and EG = 23, find the value of x, EF and FG.

Answer 1

2x - 12 + 3x - 15 = 23

5x - 27 = 23

5x = 50

x = 10

EF = 2(10) - 12 = 20 - 12 = 8

FG = 3(10) - 15 = 30 - 15 = 15