Question

Help how do I solve for x and y when they are they on the same corresponding side

Answer 1

y = 33.94 mm

x = 19.80 mm

Explanation:

Because AC = CB, then ∠ABC = 45°

cos ∠ABC = 24/y

cos 45° = 0.7071 = 24/y

y = 33.94 mm

EF/BC = x/y

14/24 = x/33.94

24x = 475.16

x = 19.80 mm