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  • 08-09-2020
  • Mathematics
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Use the figure to the right to find the value of PT. PT=3x+1 and TQ=5x−7 Image shows that all sections are equal and T is the midpoint

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wegnerkolmp2741o
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  • 08-09-2020

Answer:

13

Step-by-step explanation:

If T is the midpoint PT =TQ

PT = TQ

3x+1 =5x−7

Subtract 3x from each side

3x+1 -3x=5x-3x−7

1 = 2x-7

Add 7 to each side

1+7 = 2x-7+7

8 = 2x

Divide by 2

8/2 = 2x/2

4 =x

We want to find PT

PT=3x+1

   = 3*4+1

   = 12+1

   = 13

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