In the triangle shown, AB = 2x + 9 and BC = 5x – 12. Find the value of x.
Answer:
x=7
Step-by-step explanation:
AB=BC[ because two sides of isosceles triangles are equal ]
or, 2x+9=5x-12
or,9+12=5x-2x
or,21=3x
or,x= 21/3
therefore, x=3