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The following two right triangles are similar.If side PQ = 42, side LM = 28, and side QR = 24, what is the length of side MN?

Mathematics

1 answer:

Phantasy [73]2 years ago

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Answer:

a. 16

Step-by-step explanation:

Find the scale:

42 ÷ 28 = 1.5

Use this scale for QR to find MN:

24 ÷ 1.5 = 16

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