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Find the value of x
A) 22.5
B) 18.5
C) 18
D) 12

Find the value of x A) 22.5 B) 18.5 C) 18 D) 12-example-1

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Answer:

A) 22.5

Explanation:

The product of the length of one secant segment and its external part is equal to the product of the length of the other secant segment and its external part.

(5+13)*5 = x*4

18*5 = 4x

90 = 4x

Divide each side by 4

90/4 =4x/4

22.5 =x

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