Answer:
PT = 29
Step-by-step explanation:
Given that T is the midpoint of PQ , then
PT = TQ , substitute values
3x + 8 = 5x - 6 ( subtract 3x from both sides )
8 = 2x - 6 ( add 6 to both sides )
14 = 2x ( divide both sides by 2 )
7 = x
Thus
PT = 3x + 8 = 3(7) + 8 = 21 + 8 = 29
