Question

Given the similar figures below, find the value of x. For your answer, ONLY TYPE IN THE NUMBER. show work

Answer 1

Answer:

$x = 17.5$

Step-by-step explanation:

Since the two triangles are similar, their corresponding side lengths would be proportional. Therefore:

$\frac{28}{16} = \frac{x}{10}$

Cross multiply

$x*16 = 10*28$

$16x = 280$

Divide both sides by 16

$x = \frac{280}{16}$

$x = 17.5$