The two triangles are similar, what is the value of X?

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Gennadij [26K]3 years ago

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Answer:

x=4

Step-by-step explanation:

Since both triangles are similar, you can make an equation 12/5x-2 = 16/6x. When you cross multiply you get 72x=80x-32. Then you transfer the 80x and you get -8x = -32. Then you divide by -8 and you get x=4.

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