In UVW, UV IXY. Given that WU= 35, WX= 15, and WY= 18, find WV.

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Dan Keezer · Answer 1 · 2023-01-30T13:38:23+0000

Answer:

WV = 42

Explanation:

Δ UVW and Δ XYW are similar ( by the AA postulate ) , then the ratios of corresponding sides are in proportion, that is

(WV)/(WY) =
(WU)/(WX) ( substitute values )

(WV)/(18) =
(35)/(15) ( cross- multiply )

15 WV = 630 ( divide both sides by 15 )

WV = 42