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Find x and RS if RS = 5x, ST = 3x, and RT =48

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Answer:

x = 6, RS = 30

Explanation:

5x + 3x = 48

8x = 48

8x/8 = 48/8

x = 6

RS = 5x

RS = 5(6)

RS = 30

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