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User Webprojohn
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Answer:

x = 3.5

Explanation:

Since the triangles are similar we can use ratios to solve

4 7

------ = ------

(4+2) ( 7+x)

Using cross products

4(7+x) = 7*(4+2)

Distribute

28+4x = 42

Subtract 28 from each side

4x = 42-28

4x= 14

Divide by 4

4x/4 = 14/4

x = 7/2

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