Math Problem Statement

GisthemidpointofFH. If GH = x + 9 and FH = 11x + 9, what is GH?

Solution

Given that GG is the midpoint of FHFH, it means that the distance from FF to GG is equal to the distance from GG to HH. Therefore, FHFH is twice the length of GHGH.

We are given: GH=x+9GH = x + 9 FH=11x+9FH = 11x + 9

Since GG is the midpoint: FH=2×GHFH = 2 \times GH

Substituting the given expressions: 11x+9=2×(x+9)11x + 9 = 2 \times (x + 9)

Now, solve for xx: 11x+9=2x+1811x + 9 = 2x + 18

Subtract 2x2x from both sides: 9x+9=189x + 9 = 18

Subtract 9 from both sides: 9x=99x = 9

Divide both sides by 9: x=1x = 1

Now, substitute x=1x = 1 back into the expression for GHGH: GH=1+9=10GH = 1 + 9 = 10

Thus, the length of GHGH is 10\boxed{10}.

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Here are 8 related questions for further practice:

  1. If GG is the midpoint and FH=30FH = 30, what is the value of GHGH?
  2. If GG is the midpoint and GH=3x+7GH = 3x + 7 and FH=6x+14FH = 6x + 14, what is GHGH?
  3. If GG is the midpoint and GH=2x5GH = 2x - 5 and FH=4x10FH = 4x - 10, find the value of xx.
  4. What would GHGH be if GG is the midpoint, GH=5xGH = 5x, and FH=10x+4FH = 10x + 4?
  5. How would the problem change if GH=x+7GH = x + 7 and FH=3x+11FH = 3x + 11?
  6. If FH=20FH = 20 and GG is the midpoint, how does the length of GHGH compare to the length of GFGF?
  7. Solve for xx if GH=2x+4GH = 2x + 4 and FH=8x+16FH = 8x + 16.
  8. What happens if GG is not the midpoint of FHFH? How does this affect the equation?

Tip: When dealing with midpoint problems, remember that the midpoint divides a line segment into two equal parts. Use this property to set up your equations correctly.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Midpoint theorem
Linear equations

Formulas

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Theorems

Midpoint theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12