Question

Find the missing length

Answer 1

x = 45

Explanation:

Corresponding sides of similar triangles will be in same ratio.

`(x)/(x+18)=(20)/(28)`

Cross multiply

x*28 = 20*(x+18) {Use distributive method}

28x = 20x + 360

28x - 20x = 360

8x = 360

x = 360/8

x = 45