Question

Algebra A regular pentagon has once I represented by 3X +2 and another side represented by 2X +5. Find the length of the sides of the pentagon

Answer 1

3X +2 = 2X +5

grouping of like one's

3X - 2X = 5 -2

subtract

X = 3

Answer 2

3x + 2 = 2x + 5

3x = 2x +3

x = 3

3x + 2 = 18

2x + 5 = 11

Explanation: