SOLUTION: M is the midpoint of line YZ. If YM=x+3 and YZ=3x-1, find MZ

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Question 472989: M is the midpoint of line YZ. If YM=x+3 and YZ=3x-1, find MZ
Answer by robertb(5830) About Me  (Show Source):
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YZ = YM + MZ
==> 3x - 1 = x + 3 + MZ
==> 2x - 4 = MZ.