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The triangles are similar. if pn = 12, qp = 8, and pm = 17, find qr.

a. 25.5
b. 28.3
c. 11.3
d. None of the above

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Final answer:

To find qr, set up a proportion using the concept of similarity of triangles with corresponding sides that are proportional to each other and solve for qr.

Step-by-step explanation:

To find qr, we can use the concept of similarity of triangles. Similar triangles have corresponding sides that are proportional to each other.

Given pn = 12, qp = 8, and pm = 17, we can set up a proportion:

qp/pn = qr/pm

Substituting the values:

8/12 = qr/17

Cross multiplying and solving for qr:

qr = (8 * 17) / 12 = 136 / 12 = 11.3

Therefore, the answer is c. 11.3.

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