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L is the midpoint of line segment KM. If KL = 2x - 3 and LM = x + 7. find the value of x.

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Answer: x=10

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User Micky McQuade
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Answer:

x = 10

Explanation:

Since L is the midpoint

KL = LM

2x-3 = x+7

Subtract x from each side

2x-3-x = x+7-x

x-3 = 7

Add 3 to each side

x-3+3 = 7+3

x = 10

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