Question

If P is the midpoint of XY, XP = 8x - 2 and PY = 12x - 30, find the value of x.

Answer 1

Answer:

x=7

Step-by-step explanation:

If P is the midpoint of XY, then XP = PY:

• 8x - 2 = 12x - 30
• 12x -8x = 30 -2
• 4x = 28
• x= 28/4
• x= 7