Question

Point F is on line segment EG. Given FG = 3x - 5, EF = 2, and
EG = 5x – 8, determine the numerical length of FG.

Answer 1

Answer:

2.5

Step-by-step explanation:

EG = EF + FG;

5x-8 = 2 + 3x-5

2x = 5

x = 2.5

FG = 3x-5 = 2.5