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I need help solving for x

I need help solving for x-example-1

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The correct answer to your question is X=25
User DaveyBoy
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Answer:

x = 25

Explanation:

Given a line parallel to a side of the triangle and intersecting the other 2 sides then it divides those sides proportionally, that is


(40)/(24) =
(x)/(15) ( cross- multiply )

24x = 600 ( divide both sides by 24 )

x = 25

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