See the similar shape below and find the length of /YZ/

Daniel Tate asked Oct 18, 2023

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Daniel Tate asked Oct 18, 2023

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Answer:

YZ = 20 cm

Explanation:

Δ XYZ and Δ CBA are similar ( AA postulate )

The corresponding sides are then in proportion , that is

(YZ)/(BA) =
(XY)/(CB) ( substitute values )

(YZ)/(8) =
(25)/(10) = 2.5 ( multiply both sides by 8 )

YZ = 8 × 2.5 = 20 cm

Ana Fernandes answered Oct 21, 2023

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