Math Problem Statement

Find the value of b and YZ if Y is between X and Z, XY = 6b, YZ = 8b, and XZ = 175.

Solution

In the problem provided, YY is a point between XX and ZZ, and the segments XYXY, YZYZ, and XZXZ are given as multiples of bb and a specific value, respectively. We have the relationships:

  • XY=6bXY = 6b
  • YZ=8bYZ = 8b
  • XZ=175XZ = 175

Given that XZXZ is the entire distance from XX to ZZ, and YY is between XX and ZZ, the equation XZ=XY+YZXZ = XY + YZ should hold. Substituting the given values:

175=6b+8b175 = 6b + 8b

Let's solve this equation to find the value of bb and then use it to find YZYZ.The value of bb is 252\frac{25}{2} or 12.5, and the length of segment YZYZ is 100.

If you have any further questions or need more details, feel free to ask! Here are some related questions you might consider:

  1. How does changing the value of XZXZ affect the values of bb and YZYZ?
  2. What would be the length of XYXY based on the calculated value of bb?
  3. If the ratio of XYXY to YZYZ changes, how would that impact the value of bb?
  4. What is the significance of bb in problems involving segment lengths?
  5. Can you create a similar problem using different values and ratios for segment lengths?

Tip: When faced with problems involving segments of lines, setting up an equation based on the total length can simplify finding individual segment lengths.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Segment Addition

Formulas

XZ = XY + YZ

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9