Question

ZEDC ZEGF Solve for x. Round your answer to the nearest tenth if necessary.
ASAP PLEASE

Answer 1

x = 20

Explanation:

The ratios of corresponding sides are equal, that is

`(ED)/(EG)` =
`(EC)/(EF)` , substitute values

`(36)/(20)` =
`(25+x)/(25)` ( cross- multiply )

20(25 + x) = 900 ( divide both sides by 20 )

25 + x = 45 ( subtract 25 from both sides )

x = 20