Question

A man (M) is standing halfway between a tree (T) and a lamppost (L). What is the value of x?

T
M
L
(2x + 8) m
(3x – 2) m
I don't understand what I have to do and how to get the answer is there anyway someone can tell me???

Answer 1

The value of x is 10.

Explanation :

Given that,

TM = (2x+8) m

ML = (3x-2) m

If a man (M) is standing halfway between a tree (T) and a lamppost (L).

The half distance is TM and half distance is TL.

So, Both half distance will be equal.

We need to calculate the value of x

Using given data

`TM=ML`

Put the value into the formula

`2x+8=3x-2`

`2x-3x=-8-2`

`-x=-10`

`x=10`

Hence, The value of x is 10.