Question

Find the length of x
. Assume the triangles are similar.

Answer 1

x=2.24

Explanation:

To do this problem, you must find the scale factor. Using two corresponding sides you can find it.

Using 2.4 and 3:

2.4 / 3 = 0.8

Scale factor: 0.8

Now find x:

2.8 × 0.8 = 2.24

x = 2.24

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