Question

If two rectangles are similar, what is the length of side x? Give your answer to one decimal place. Rectangle 1: A = 13.4ft B = 4.6ft Rectangle 2: A = 87.1 ft B = x

Answer 1

x = 29.9 ft

Explanation:

Given:

Rectangle 1 ≈ Rectangle 2

In Rectangle 1

A = 13.4 ft

B = 4.6 ft

In Rectangle 1

A = 87.1 ft

B = x ft

Find:

Value of x

Computation:

Rectangle 1 ≈ Rectangle 2

So,

13.4 / 4.6 = 87.1 / x

x = [(87.1)(4.6)] / 13.4

x = 29.9 ft