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The pair of polygons is similar. Find the value of x. I really need help. Thanks <3
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The pair of polygons is similar. Find the value of x.
I really need help.
Thanks <3

The pair of polygons is similar. Find the value of x. I really need help. Thanks &lt-example-1
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(25)/(65)=(5)/(x)\\ 25x=325\\ x=13
User Pedro Mancheno
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Because they are similar, they have the same proportions. In the bigger polygon, the one side is 25in, and in the smaller one, the side is 5in.
25÷5=5
So, you have to divide 65 by 5 to get your answer.
65÷5=13
13 inches is the answer
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