i know how to solve this but i keep getting the wrong answer :( would someone help? picture is below in the comments.....

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anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

solve for x.

tkhunny · Answer

What do you get?  Are we to know that the lines are tangent to the circle?

anonymous · Answer

YES. THEY ARE TANGENT. I did 2x+7=3x-5. I GOT 12.

tkhunny · Answer

You have x = 12.  Why do you believe this to be incorrect?

anonymous · Answer

its right?..OH. K THANKS. LOL. i wasnt sure i was right. im not good at math

tkhunny · Answer

Well, never say that last part again.  Calm, patience, hard work, focus.

anonymous · Answer

thank you. but do you mind helping me with another problem?

tkhunny · Answer

Post and tag on a new thread.

anonymous · Answer

i havent used this website before. im just gonna post a new question if thats okay with you.