Question

What is the value of x?

Answer 1

x = 12.8

Explanation:

To find the value of x, set up a proportion between the two similar triangles. Then solve for x.

`(32)/(32+x) = (40)/(56)`

Solve by cross multiplying and isolating x.

32(56) = 40(32+x)

1792 = 1280 + 40x

512 = 40x

12.8 = x