Question

Use the figure to the right to find the value of PT. T is the midpoint of PQ. PT = 7x + 2 and TQ = 9x - 6 PT = = (Simplify your answer.) A​

Answer 1

30

Explanation:

PT = TQ

PT = 7x + 2

TQ = 9x - 6

7x + 2 = 9x - 6

9x - 6 = 7x + 2

9x - 7x = 2 + 6

2x = 8

x = 8 / 2

x = 4

Substitute x = 4 in PT,

PT = 7x + 2

= 7 ( 4 ) + 2

= 28 + 2

PT = 30