Question

For which values of x are the triangles congruent

Answer 1

`x=5`

Explanation:

we know that

If triangles DEF and ABC are congruent, then

DF≅AC

DE≅AB

EF≅BC

therefore

`5x-8=3x+2`

Solve for x

`5x-3x=2+8`

`2x=10`

`x=5`