Question

If Sis the midpoint of, RT RS= 5x+ 17, and ST= 8x–31, find RS.

Answer 1

`given \: that \: s \: is \: mid \: point \: then \\ rs = st \\ 5x + 17 = 8x - 31 \\ x \: terms \: togather \\ 5x - 8x = - 31 - 17 \\ - 3x = - 48 \\ 3x = 48 \\ x = 48 / 3 = 16x = 16 \\ thank \: you`

Answer 2

RS and ST must be equal so 5x + 17 = 8x -31. Thus, x = 16 and therefore RS = ST = 97

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