Question

The lengths of the sides of a triangle are x, 2x + 1, 5x + 4 inches. If the perimeter is 53 inches, what is thevalue of x?

Answer 1

Answer: 6


Explanation:

x + 2x + 1 + 5x + 4 = 53
8x + 5 = 53
8x = 48
x = 6