Question

The polygons below are similar. Find the value of z.

A. 4.5
B. 7.5
C. 12
D. 16​

Answer 1

Second option) 7.5

Explanation:

We can set up a ratio to solve:

`(top)/(side)>(8)/(10) =(6)/(z)`

Cross multiply:

8z = 60

Divide both sides by 8:

7.5

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