Question

I don't need the answer I just need to know how I would write this out? I have to find the variable and I need to write it as proportions so I can figure it out...

Answer 1

x = 0.625

Explanation:

On the shorter sides, they increase by two (goes from two to four)

So, you can assume that the longer side on the bigger rectangle is equal to 12

16x + 2 = 12

subtract 2 on both sides

16x = 10

Divide by 16 on both sides

x = 0.625

You can check by

16(0.625) + 2 = 12

I hope this helps!!