Question

Find the value of x Write the answer as a fraction in simplest form or a decimal rounded to the nearest hundredth.

Answer 1

13.85

Explanation:

Find the diagram attached

Using the similarity theorem of a triangle;

GH/FG = FG/EF

x/15 = 36/39

x/15 = 12/13

Cross multiply

13x = 12 * 15

13x = 180

x = 180/13

x = 13.85

Hence the value of x to the nearest hundredth is 13.85