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S is between R and T. If RS=2x-8, ST=3x-10 and RT=17, find x, RS, and ST.
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S is between R and T. If RS=2x-8, ST=3x-10 and RT=17, find x, RS, and ST.
Answer by sandeepvijay(8) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Since, S is between R and T
RS + ST = RT
2x-8 + 3x-10 = 17
5x = 35 => x = 7
RS = 2x-8 = 2*7-8 = 6
ST = RT - RS = 17 - 6 = 11
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