Question

If U is the midpoint of CB, CU=18, and CB= 2x-10, then find x

Answer 1

x = 23

Explanation:

CB/2 = CU

CB = (2)CU

2x - 10 = (2)18

2x - 10 = 36

Add 10 on both sides.

2x = 46

Divide both sides by 2.

x = 23

Answer 2

x = 23

Explanation:

CU + UB = CB

Since U is the midpoint that means CU = UB = 18

18+ 18 = 2x-10

36 = 2x-10

Add 10 to each side

36+10 = 2x

46 =2x

Divide by 2

23 = x