7. Triangle RPQ is similar to triangle WPV. Find the missing length PW.

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Mahdi Yamani · Answer 1 · 2020-10-31T21:57:48+0000

Answer:

PW = 11

Explanation:

Given that the triangles are similar then the ratio of corresponding sides are equal, that is

(RQ)/(WV) =
(RP)/(PW) ← substitute values

(12)/(6) =
(22)/(PW) ( cross- multiply )

12PW = 132 ( divide both sides by 12 )

PW = 11