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two triangles are similar. what is the value of x?

two triangles are similar what is the value of x class=

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The ratio of corresponding parts are equal:

[tex]\dfrac{5x-2}{12} = \dfrac{6x}{12 + 4}[/tex]

[tex]16(5x-2)=12(6x)[/tex]

[tex]80x - 32 = 72x[/tex]

[tex]8x = 32[/tex]

[tex]x=4[/tex]

Answer: 4

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