Question

Find the value of x.

Answer 1

Answer:

x = 28

Step-by-step explanation:

The ratios of corresponding sides are equal, that is

$\frac{12}{8}$ = $\frac{x-7}{14}$ ( cross- multiply )

8(x - 7) = 168 ( divide both sides by 8 )

x - 7 = 21 ( add 7 to both sides )

x = 28