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How far is it from A to C? ( pls help options included)

How far is it from A to C? ( pls help options included)-example-1

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The two triangles are similar, given by the arcs showing for similar angles.

Set up a ratio for the similar sides:

60/25 = x/40

Cross multiply:

(60 x 40) = (25 x x)

Simplify:

2400 = 25x

Divide both sides by 25"

x = 2400/25

x = 96

The answer is 96 yards.

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