A----------B----------C
2x-8 x+14
Since B is the midpoint of AC, then AB = BC:
AB = BC
2x - 8 = x + 14
Solve for x. Once you have x, AC = 2x - 8. Check that BC = x + 14 equals the same value as AB.
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asked 02/12/21Solving for miss length of line
A----------B----------C
2x-8 x+14
Since B is the midpoint of AC, then AB = BC:
AB = BC
2x - 8 = x + 14
Solve for x. Once you have x, AC = 2x - 8. Check that BC = x + 14 equals the same value as AB.
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