Math Problem Statement

Given segment AC where point B lands between AC. Find the length of BC if AC=10 and AB=2.

Solution

Given that point BB lies between points AA and CC on segment ACAC, and we know the lengths of ACAC and ABAB, we can find the length of BCBC using the following relationship:

AC=AB+BCAC = AB + BC

We are given:

  • AC=10AC = 10
  • AB=2AB = 2

Now, substitute these values into the equation:

10=2+BC10 = 2 + BC

To find BCBC, subtract 2 from both sides:

BC=102=8BC = 10 - 2 = 8

So, the length of BCBC is 88 units.

Would you like more details on this? Also, here are 5 related questions you might find interesting:

  1. What would be the length of BCBC if AC=15AC = 15 and AB=5AB = 5?
  2. If AB=xAB = x and AC=x+7AC = x + 7, what is BCBC in terms of xx?
  3. What is the length of ACAC if AB=3AB = 3 and BC=12BC = 12?
  4. How does the position of BB change the lengths of ABAB and BCBC?
  5. If BB is the midpoint of ACAC, what are the lengths of ABAB and BCBC when AC=20AC = 20?

Tip: Always remember that for any points AA, BB, and CC on a line segment where BB is between AA and CC, the length of ACAC is the sum of the lengths of ABAB and BCBC.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Segment Addition Postulate

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

High School