Math Problem Statement
Find FH given the line segment FG is 42 units and HG is 22 units.
Solution
In the image, the line segment is divided into two parts by point . The total length of is the sum of the lengths of and . From the diagram:
- units,
- units.
To find , we subtract from :
So, units.
Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are some related questions to expand your understanding:
- How would you find if and were given?
- What type of geometric concept is being used to divide the line into two segments?
- How can this approach be applied to real-world distance problems?
- What if divided the segment in a specific ratio—how would you calculate the lengths of the segments?
- How can we use algebra to solve similar problems with unknown segment lengths?
Tip: Always double-check your subtraction to avoid simple errors when dealing with line segment problems.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Line Segments
Basic Arithmetic
Formulas
FH = FG - HG
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 5-7