Question

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What is the value of x?


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x =

in.

Answer 1

x = 24 inches

Explanation:

We can use similar triangles and proportions to solve. Put the side of the small triangle over the side of the large triangle

5 8

---------- = -----------------

15 x

Using cross products

5x = 15*8

5x = 120

Divide each side by 5

5x/5 = 120/5

x = 24