If AC = 48, write and solve an equation for x

x = 10

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

Brackets Parenthesis Exponents Multiplication Division Addition Subtraction Left to Right

Equality Properties

Multiplication Property of Equality Division Property of Equality Addition Property of Equality Subtract Property of Equality

Algebra I

Terms/Coefficients

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Define

AB and BC must add up to AC

mAB + mBC = mAC

(2x - 4) + (3x + 2) = 48

Step 2: Solve for x

Combine like terms:                     5x - 2 = 48Add 2 on both sides:                    5x = 50Divide 5 on both sides:                x = 10

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