Kate's model is correct because 10 times the value of 4 rods, 10(4(10)), is 400. Mel's model represents 4(1)=4, which is incorrect. Kate's model represents 4*100=400, which is correct.
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Answer:
x=3
Step-by-step explanation:
When you substitute x = 3 to both equations, you get y = -4 for both so that is a solution
Split the triangle into a 30-60-90 triangle. Since you have LM from that triangle, you can figure out the other sides. Then, using the leg from that triangle, the one next to it is a 45-45-90 triangle, meaning it's isosceles.
KM = 30 + 10√3
KL = 10√6
(sorry i'm not too sure if my "reasons" for statement/reason is correct)