Answer:
x=3.5
Explanation:
To make DEF similar to XYZ, the sides have to be in the same ratio. EF corresponds to YZ. EF=3, and YZ=4.5. The ratio 3:4.5 can be simplified to 2:3. Side DF corresponds to XZ. DF=7 and XZ=3x. So, the ratio is 7:3x.
To find x, we first find out what 3x is. In this case 3x is 3(7/2)=10.5. So, x=10.5/3=3.5.