Question

Solve for x. The polygons in each pair are similar

Answer 1

Answer: x=11

Explanation:

Since its already given that the two polygons are similar, you can build a ratio:

1.
`(40)/(32) =(2x-2)/(16)`

2. Then cross multiple which will produce
`40*16=32*(2x-2)`

3. Simplify:
`=> 640=64x-64`
`=> 704=64x => x=11`

Tada! Your answer is there. Have a great day! :D