In the diagram, VW//YZ, |WX| = 6cm, |XY| = 16cm, |YZ| = 20cm and |ZX|
MATHEMATICS
WAEC 2015
In the diagram, VW//YZ, |WX| = 6cm, |XY| = 16cm, |YZ| = 20cm and |ZX| = 12cm. Calculate |VX|
- A. 3cm
- B. 4cm
- C. 6cm
- D. 8cm
Correct Answer: D. 8cm
Explanation
In the diagram, \(\frac{16}{12} = \frac{VX}{6}\) (similar \(\Delta\)s)
VX = \(\frac{16 \times 6}{12}\)
= 8cm
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