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N is between ML. MN = 6x - 5, NL = 2x + 3 and ML = 22, how long is MN?

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Answer: x = 3

Explanation:

6x - 5 + 2x + 3 = 22 (Segment Addition Postulate)

8x - 2 = 22 (Combine Like Terms)

8x = 24 (Inverse Operation)

x = 3 (Division Property)

User Srikanth Rayabhagi
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