Math Problem Statement

If DF = 9x - 39, find EF. The line segment shows that DE = 47 and EF = 3x + 10.

Solution

We are given the information:

  • DF=9x39DF = 9x - 39
  • The line segment shows that DE=47DE = 47 and EF=3x+10EF = 3x + 10.

To find EFEF, we'll follow these steps:

  1. The total length of DFDF can be expressed as: DF=DE+EFDF = DE + EF Substituting the known values: 9x39=47+(3x+10)9x - 39 = 47 + (3x + 10)

  2. Now, solve for xx: 9x39=47+3x+109x - 39 = 47 + 3x + 10 Simplify: 9x39=57+3x9x - 39 = 57 + 3x Subtract 3x3x from both sides: 6x39=576x - 39 = 57 Add 39 to both sides: 6x=966x = 96 Divide by 6: x=16x = 16

  3. Now that we have x=16x = 16, substitute it into the expression for EFEF: EF=3x+10=3(16)+10=48+10=58EF = 3x + 10 = 3(16) + 10 = 48 + 10 = 58

Thus, the length of EFEF is 5858.

Would you like any more details or have further questions?

Here are some related questions:

  1. How can you verify the solution by checking DFDF?
  2. What would happen if DEDE were unknown instead of EFEF?
  3. How does segment addition work geometrically in this problem?
  4. Can this method be applied to any type of line segment with different expressions?
  5. How does solving for xx affect finding other line segment values?

Tip: Always check the total length of the line to confirm your solution.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Solving Linear Equations
Segment Addition

Formulas

DF = DE + EF

Theorems

Segment Addition Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-10