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I need help on this simple problem

I need help on this simple problem-example-1
User Kalmar
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Answer:

AB = 8

Explanation:

ΔABE and ΔDCE are similar hence the ratios of corresponding sides are equal, that is


(AB)/(DC) =
(BE)/(CE), so


(AB)/(6) =
(4)/(3) ( cross- multiply )

3AB = 24 ( divide both sides by 3 )

AB = 8

User Rakeen
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Answer:

AB = 6

Explanation:

Since AB is parallel to CD the lengths would be the same amount.

User Angela P
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