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Triangle GHI is similar to triangle JKL. If JP = 26, MH = 36 and PK = 16 then GM =

A.
44.3
B.
58.5
C.
86
D.
117

Triangle GHI is similar to triangle JKL. If JP = 26, MH = 36 and PK = 16 then GM = A-example-1

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Since the two triangles are similar, then the ratio of the corresponding sides is equal. Therefore;
JP/GM=PK/MH
26/GM = 16/36
GM= (26×36)/16
= 58.5

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