Question

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Triangle M N P with segment A B parallel to segment N P and A is between M and N and B is between M and P. M N equals 67.2 meters, A N equals 32 meters, M P equals 81.9 meters, and M B equals x.

Answer 1

42.9

Explanation:

Answer 2

Find MA:

MA = 67.2-32 = 35.2

Now set up a ratio:

35.2/67.2 = x/81.9

Cross multiply:

67.2x = 2882.88

Divide both sides by 67.2:

X = 42.9