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If p,q,and r, are any three collinear points such that q lies between p and r find the value of x if pr = 5 x, pq =10, and qr = 3x-2.

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4

Explanation:

I'm kind of going on a limb here....I think

User Sayat Satybald
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Answer: The answer is 4

Explanation:

P, Q, and R are collinear points.

Q lies between P and R

Therefore ,

PR = PQ + QR

5x = 10 + 3x-2

5x - 3x = 8

2x = 8

x = 8/2

x =4

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