1. Calculate the value of x in the following diagram. 53 - Y IN Q 5x 18

Answer:
x = 7
Step-by-step explanation:
QY = 5x
YZ = 18
QZ = 53
Thus:
QY + YZ = QZ (segment addition postulate)
5x + 18 = 53
5x = 53 - 18 (subtraction property of equality)
5x = 35
Divide both sides by 5
x = 7