Geometry For Enjoyment And Challenge
Geometry For Enjoyment And Challenge
91st Edition
ISBN: 9780866099653
Author: Richard Rhoad, George Milauskas, Robert Whipple
Publisher: McDougal Littell
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Chapter 8, Problem 14RP
To determine

To find:The value of ’x’ , i.e., unknown side of the given triangle

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Answer to Problem 14RP

The length of unknown side of the given triangle=12 units

Explanation of Solution

Given information:

As per the figure,

Triangles are similar

Sides of triangle are given as: 8 & 6.4 and for triangle 2 as: x & 16 − 6.4=9.6

Formula used:

Ratios of corresponding sides are equal

Calculation:

In the given triangles, we have

  x9.6=86.4x=9.6×86.4x=12 units

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Geometry For Enjoyment And Challenge

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