Answer:
33
Step-by-step explanation:
HJ = HI + IJ
HJ = 3x - 9, HI = x and IJ = x + 5
So 3x - 9 = x + x + 5
Solve for x
Combine like terms
3x - 9 = 2x + 5
Add 9 to both sides
3x = 2x + 14
Subtract 2x from both sides
x = 14
Find HJ
HJ = 3x - 9
We have found that x = 14
HJ = 3(14) - 9
Multiply 3 and 14
HJ = 42 - 9
Subtract
HJ = 33
