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If ΔCDE ~ ΔFGE, find the value of x

If ΔCDE ~ ΔFGE, find the value of x-example-1
User Muntu
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Answer:

x = 43.2

Explanation:

We see that corresponding sides are in proportion

DE : GE = CE : FE

DE = 25

GE = 40

CE = 27

FE = x

25 : 40 = CE: FE = 27: x

25/40 = 27/x

5/8 = 27/x

x = 8*27/5 = 43.2

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