Question

The polygons below are similar. Find the value of x.

A - 4.5
B - 7.5
C - 12
D - 16

Answer 1

Th answer is 16. Since sides BC and FG are the only ones given, you write it as 6/8 = 12/x. Cross multiply to get 6x and 96. Divide 96 by 6 to get 16