Question

Solve for x.

A.
6
B.
8
C.
12
D.
18

Answer 1

Because of the parallel lines the distances between tem are in the same ratio so

x / 24 = 12/36

36x = 12*24

36x = 288

x = 8 answer

Answer 2

24/x = 36/12

using cross products

24*12 = 36*x

divide by 36

24*12/36 =x

8=x

Choice B