Question

Solve for x
x-7
x-4
A6
B. 12
C.3
D.2

Answer 1

b) x = 12

Explanation:

By intersecting secant theorm(secant-secant theorem),

7(7 + x - 7) = 6(6 + x - 4)

⇒ 7(x) = 6(2 + x)

⇒ 7x = 12 + 6x

⇒ 7x - 6x = 12

⇒ x = 12