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TR = 3x + 5, and RA = x + 17. Find the value of x.

TR = 3x + 5, and RA = x + 17. Find the value of x.-example-1

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Answer: x=6

Explanation:

TR=RA since TR and RA are congruent

3x+5=x+17

3x+5-5=x+17-5

3x=x+12

3x-x=x-x+12

2x=12

2x/2=12/2

x=6

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