Use the following information to find x . Write the value of the variable. B is between A and C ; A B = 3 x + 6 ; B C = 15 x – 2 ; and ¯¯¯¯¯¯ A B ≅ B C .

Answer 1

Hi, Brinklee!

If AB and BC are equal, then 3x + 6 = 15x -2. To solve for x, subtract 3x from each side and add 2 to each side. This gives you 12x = 8. Dividing both sides by 12, gives you x = 8/12 or 2/3.

I hope this helps!

Best, Karen

Answer 2