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If EF = 9x + 17, FG = 35. and EG= 196, find the value of x​
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If EF = 9x + 17, FG = 35. and EG= 196, find the value of x​

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Answer:

  • x = 16

Explanation:

Given:

  • EF = 9x + 17
  • FG = 35
  • EG = 196

As per segment addition postulate:

  • EG = EF + FG

Substituting values to find x:

  • 9x + 17 + 35 = 196
  • 9x = 196 - 52
  • 9x = 144
  • x = 144/9
  • x = 16
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