Two similar polygons are shown below. Find the value of x and y.

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Answer:

x = 3

y = 12

Explanation:

(2x+1) / 3 = (4x+9) / 9

cross-multiply:

18x + 9 = 12x + 27

6x = 18

x = 3

3/4 = 9/y

3y = 36

y = 12

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