If point B is the midpoint of points A and C, find the value of x and AC. AB= 5x - 2, BC= 9x -10

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Divine · Answer 1 · 2022-04-28T04:41:28+0000

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Answer:

Explanation:

The midpoint divides the segment into two equal lengths:

AB = BC

5x -2 = 9x -10

8 = 4x

2 = x

AB = 5(2) -2 = 8

AC = 2AB = 2(8) = 16