Question

How do I solve this problem?Directions: each pair of figures is similar. Find the value of X. Write your final answers as improper fractions if necessary.

Answer 1

Given: Two similar figures are given.

Required: To determine the value of x.

Explanation: The corresponding sides of the similar figures are in equal proportion.

Thus, we can write-

`(2x+4)/(45)=(16)/(40)`

Further solving for x as follows-

`\begin{gathered} 2x+4=18 \\ 2x=14 \\ x=7 \end{gathered}`

Final Answer: The value of x is 7.