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If AC= 40 find the length of jk​

If AC= 40 find the length of jk​-example-1
User Fawn
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Answer:

JK = 24

Explanation:

Δ BKJ and Δ BCA are similar and ratios of corresponding sides are equal, that is


(JK)/(AC) =
(BK)/(BC) , substitute values


(JK)/(40) =
(3)/(5) ( cross- multiply )

5JK = 120 ( divide both sides by 5 )

JK = 24

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