Question

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

Answer 1

• 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