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3.
Find the value of x.
16
10
14
9

3. Find the value of x. 16 10 14 9-example-1

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Answer: Nine………………..
User Bill Fraser
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Answer:

x = 9

Explanation:

Both the triangles are similar, so the corresponding sides are also similar.

That is,

12 / 8 = x / 6

Cross multiply,

x * 8 = 12 * 6

8x = 72

Divide 8 on both sides,

x = 72 / 8

x = 9

User Chad Moore
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