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The polygons are similar but not necessarily drawn to scale. What is the value of x?A. x = 7.5B. x = 17C. x = 21D. x = 25thank you ! :)

The polygons are similar but not necessarily drawn to scale. What is the value of-example-1
User LucyTurtle
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Given: Two similar polygon

To Determine: The value of x

Solution

Using similar shape ratio


\begin{gathered} (x-4)/(3.5)=(12)/(2) \\ (x-4)/(3.5)=6 \\ x-4=6*3.5 \\ x-4=21 \\ x=21+4 \\ x=25 \end{gathered}

Hence,

x= 25

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