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Explain why the triangles are similar. Then find the distance represented by x.

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Explain why the triangles are similar. Then find the distance represented by x. hurry-example-1
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they are the same shape but one is 3 .5 times larger. If you divide 42 by 3.5 you get 12 so in order to get x you need to multiply 4ft 6in by 3.5. 4ft 6in • 3.5= 15.75 ft or 15ft and 9in. Hope this helps good luck!

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