Question

The figures are similar. Find x.

Answer 1

X= 8 since they similar

Answer 2

x =14.4

Explanation:

Since the triangles are similar, we can use ratios to solve

x 9

----- = ------

8 5

Using cross products

5x = 9*8

5x = 72

Divide each side by 5

5x/5 = 72/5

x =14.4