Question

Solve for x. Enter your answer in the box. ___=X

Answer 1

Answer:

x=6

Step-by-step explanation:

Since AD and BC are parallel lines:

• $\frac{AE}{DE}=\frac{AB}{CD}$
• $\frac{16}{12}=\frac{5x+2}{24}$
• $16 \times 24 = 12 \times (5x+2)$
• $32=5x+2$
• $5x=30$
• $x=6$