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M is the midpoint of segment LN. LM is 43 and MN is 2x-7. Find the value of x.

User Bao Huynh
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Answer:

x = 25

Explanation:

Since M is the midpoint of LN, then LM = MN, that is

2x - 7 = 43 ( add 7 to both sides )

2x = 50 ( divide both sides by 2 )

x = 25

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