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Triangle XY Z is similar to triangle ABC.

Solve for k.
ka
X
4.5
4
z
Y
3
B
12

Triangle XY Z is similar to triangle ABC. Solve for k. ka X 4.5 4 z Y 3 B 12-example-1
User Fae
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Answer:

13.5=k

Explanation:

When 2 triangles are similar the ratio of their corresponding sides are equal.


(XY)/(YZ)=(AB)/(BC)\\\\

Plug in the values given:


(4.5)/(3) =(k)/(9)

Cross Multiply

40.5=3k

Divide to isolate k

13.5=k

User Paul Hawke
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Answer:

13.5

Explanation:

12/4=3

9/3=3

4.5x3=13.5

User Nivox
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