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Let C be between D and E. Solve for x
DC = 5x + 8
CE = 3x + 5
DE = 61

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DE/2 = 30.5
CE=30.5
DC=30.5

3x + 5 = 30.5
3x = 30.5 - 5
3x = 25.5
25.5/3 =8.5
x=8.5
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