Answer:
AC = 30
Step-by-step explanation:
Start with:

Combine like terms.

Subtract
from both sides of the equation.

Subtract
from both sides of the equation.

Then, substitute
for
in 

Multiply.

Finally, add.

X = 30 because the ratio of 27/45 = .6 so 18/.6 is 30
Answer: x=-14
Step-by-step explanation:
Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:
Given


Required
Find x such that: 
This gives:

Collect like terms


Expand

Factorize

Factor out x - 1

Solve:
