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Solve for x.

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Solve for x. I need help-example-1
User Michal S
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Answer:

x = 35

Explanation:

The segment from the vertex of the triangle is an angle bisector and divides the opposite side into 2 segments that are proportional to the other 2 sides, that is


(20)/(x) =
(8)/(14) ( cross- multiply )

8x = 280 ( divide both sides by 8 )

x = 35

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