Find the missing side of the length, s. I need help!

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asked Nov 19, 2022 138k views

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BoSkiv · Answer 1 · 2022-11-24T02:46:09+0000

Answer:

s = 12

Explanation:

Since the triangles are similar then corresponding sides are in proportion, that is

(AB)/(XY) =
(AC)/(XZ) , substitute values

(6)/(9) =
(8)/(s) ( cross- multiply )

6s = 72 ( divide both sides by 6 )

s = 12