Answer:
x = 2
Step-by-step explanation:
The product of distances from the intersection of secants to the near and far intersections with the circle are the same. For a tangent, the near and far points of intersection with the circle are the same. This relation tells us ...
(2√3)(2√3) = x(x +4)
12 = x² +4x
16 = x² +4x +4 . . . . . add the square of half the x-coefficient to complete the square
4² = (x +2)² . . . . . . . . write as squares
4 = x +2 . . . . . . . . . . positive square root
2 = x . . . . . . . . . . . . . subtract 2
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<em>Alternate solution</em>
If you believe x to be an integer, you can look for factors of 12 that differ by 4.
12 = 1×12 = 2×6 = 3×4
The factors 2 and 6 differ by 4, so x=2 and x+4=6.
The ratio of linear dimensions (side lengths) is the square root of the ratio of areas.
√1 : √4 = 1 : 2
The best choice is ...
B. 1:2
Answer:
x =68
Step-by-step explanation:
The sum of the angles of a triangle are 180
37+75+x = 180
Combine like terms
112+x = 180
Subtract 112 from each side
112+x-112=180-112
x =68
