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Answer:

PT = 22

Explanation:

Given that T is the midpoint of PQ, then

PT = TQ , substitute values

5x + 2 = 7x - 6 ( subtract 5x from both sides )

2 = 2x - 6 ( add 6 to both sides )

8 = 2x ( divide both sides by 2 )

4 = x

Thus

PT = 5x + 2 = 5(4) + 2 = 20 + 2 = 22

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