9 + 60 -42x
9+60 = 69
= 69- 42x
distance = 500 feet
Since Δ VWX and Δ YZX are similar then the ratios of corresponding sides are equal, that is
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completing the required values gives
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( cross- multiply )
60l = 30 × 100 = 3000 ( divide both sides by 60 )
l = 500
distance across the swamp is 500 feet
Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Let's solve the second equation for a to later on replace it in the first equation.

Now plug this into the first equation.

Distribute the 9

Break down the fraction.

Simplify.

Subtract 

Combine like terms.



Muliply by the reciprocal or inverted fraction next to b.


Now plug this value into any of the equations to find the value of a.

Answer:
x>5
Step-by-step explanation: