The points P, Q, R, and S lie in that order on a straight line. The midpoint of line PS is Q and the midpoint of line QS is R. The length of line RS is "x" inches, and the length of line PR is 5x-4 inches. In inches, which is the length of line PS?

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The points P, Q, R, and S lie in that order on a straight line. The midpoint of line PS is Q and the midpoint of line QS is R. The length of line RS is "x" inches, and the length of line PR is 5x-4 inches. In inches, which is the length of line PS?   

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anonymous · Answer

draw a picture first.

anonymous · Answer

they didnt draw a diagram for this question

anonymous · Answer

you need to draw one, start with the ends which are P and S, then draw their midpoint as Q

anonymous · Answer

PQ=QS
QS=QR+RS
QR=RS
PS=PR+RS

mathmate · Answer

Juanweaver's suggestion would help you a lot: draw a picture
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