Question

Find the missing side length in the attached image.

Answer 1

24 units.

Explanation:

we can use concept of Thales intercept theorem in this problem

according to this theorem, if there are n lines parallel to each then and two transverse line drawn such that they intersect the three parallel line given the problem, then the parallel line divides the transverse line equal proportion.

For this problem

For the line having length 45, one of the length is 25 units,

then other length will be 45-25 = 20 unit

Now using Thales intercept theorem

30/? = 25/20

30/? = 5/4

? = 30*4/5 = 24

Thus, missing side length will be 24 units.