B is the midpoint of AC. if AB = x+5 and BC = 2x-11, find the measure of AB

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Dansp · Answer 1 · 2022-10-19T17:21:09+0000

Answer:

AB = 21

Explanation:

Since B is the midpoint of AC , then

BC = AB

2x - 11 = x + 5 ( subtract x from both sides )

x - 11 = 5 ( add 11 to both sides )

x = 16

Then

AB = x + 5 = 16 + 5 = 21