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Describe and correct the error in find x (Geometry)

Describe and correct the error in find x (Geometry)-example-1
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Answer:

The side of the larger triangle has a length of 9, not five

Explanation:

The smaller triangle is inscribed (inside of) the larger triangle. The side length of the large triangle is not 5, it's 4 + 5, which adds up to 9

User Tyson Nero
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Answer:

The side of the larger triangle has a length of 9, not 5.

4/6 = 9/x

4x = 54

x = 13.5

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