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HELP PLZ GEOMETRY

Solve for x.

HELP PLZ GEOMETRY Solve for x.-example-1
User Stu Cox
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Answer:

x=9

Explanation:

We can use proportions to solve this problem. Put the side of the small triangle over the side of the large triangle

6+x 12

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

25 32-12

6+x 12

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

25 20

Using cross products

20 (6+x) = 12*25

Distribute

120+20x = 300

Subtract 120 from each side

120-120 +20x = 300-120

20x = 180

Divide by 20

20x/20 = 180/20

x = 9

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