Question

Determine the value of x and y

Answer 1

Explanation:

IGH = JKL

GH = KL

12 = 36

12 × x = 36

x = 36 ÷ 12 = 3

IG =

`\sqrt{ {16 {}^(2) + 12}^(2) }`

= 20

y = 16 × 3 = 48

x =

`\sqrt{ {48}^(2) + {36}^(2) }`

= 60