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25
WY
X
7
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24
N
Find the exact value of x.
X =

25 WY X 7 Х 24 N Find the exact value of x. X =-example-1
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Answer:

6 18/25 = 6.72

Explanation:

The right triangles are similar, so corresponding sides are proportional.

∆XZY ~ ∆ZWY

XZ/XY = ZW/ZY

24/25 = x/7

x = 7(24/25) = 168/25

x = 6 18/25 = 6.72

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