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Answer:
x = -15
Step-by-step explanation:
It appears the drawing is showing two representations for the distance LK. Of course, they both have the same value.
10 = LK = x+25
Subtracting 25 from the equation, we have ...
-15 = x
(This value of x makes KJ = (2(-15)+27) = -3, a nonsense value.)
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Alternate (more sensible) interpretation
If the bottom line is intended to represent LJ, then we have ...
10 +(2x+27) = (x +25) . . . . LK +KJ = LJ
x +37 = 25 . . . . subtract x
x = -12 . . . . . . . subtract 37
With this value of x, the length of KJ is 2(-12)+27 = 3, and the overall length LJ is (-12)+25 = 13. This is consistent: LK=10, KJ = 3, LJ = 13.
