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If EF= 3x-8, FG=2x+2, and EG=16, find the value of x

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Answer:

x= 4.4

Explanation:

E___F___G

EG = EF + FG

16 = (3x – 8 ) + ( 2x +2)

16 = 5x – 6

5x = 16 + 6

5x = 22

x = 22/5

x = 4.4

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