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Solve for x. See picture for full problem. Please and thank you!

Solve for x. See picture for full problem. Please and thank you!-example-1
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Answer:

x = 16

Explanation:

All 3 right triangles are similar, so the lengths of corresponding sides are in proportion.

8√3 / 12 = x / 8√3

12x = (8√3)²

12x = 64 × 3

4x = 64

x = 16

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