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Find the value of x

1 answer:

6 0

Hello Alondra,

To solve this problem, you have to write a proportion using the ratios formed by the similar triangles.

Or proportion can be:
x/(x+2) = 10/15

Cross multiply to solve it:
10x + 20 = 15x
20 = 5x
4 = x

The value of x is 4.

I hope this helps,
MrEQ

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