We are currently learning triangle similarity and about dilations in geometry. We have been using cross multiplying to figure th
ese out but this one has me stumped. Please help!
1 answer:
Took me a minute to think.
Form ratios.
x, the small triangle, forms a ratio with 6, the big triangle.
The part of the side that is equal(with the dash) that is part of the small triangle is equal to 6-x, the big triangle.
Yes, you can cross-multiply here!
<em>Now,</em><em> </em>cross multiply.
P.S. Use distributive property.
36-6x = 8x
Add 6x on both sides.
36=14x
Divide by 14 on both sides.
x =
= 
Form ratios.
x, the small triangle, forms a ratio with 6, the big triangle.
The part of the side that is equal(with the dash) that is part of the small triangle is equal to 6-x, the big triangle.
Yes, you can cross-multiply here!
<em>Now,</em><em> </em>cross multiply.
P.S. Use distributive property.
36-6x = 8x
Add 6x on both sides.
36=14x
Divide by 14 on both sides.
x =
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