In this problem, we have a triangle with $O$ as the centroid, and the segments from the vertex to the centroid have measurements $2x - 7$ and $3x$.

Key Concept

In a triangle, the centroid divides each median in the ratio $2:1$. This means that if $O$ is the centroid, the longer segment (from vertex to centroid) will be twice the length of the shorter segment (from centroid to midpoint of the opposite side).

Solution

Since $O$ divides the median in the ratio $2:1$, we can set up the equation: $2x - 7 = 2 \times 3x$

Simplifying this:

1. Distribute the $2$: $2x - 7 = 6x$

2. Rearrange to isolate $x$: $-7 = 6x - 2x$ $-7 = 4x$

3. Solve for $x$: $x = -\frac{7}{4}$

Since $-\frac{7}{4}$ is not one of the options provided, it appears there may have been a miscalculation. Let’s check for an alternative or clarify the options.

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