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A ABC is similar to A XYZ. Also, side AB measures 6 cm, side BOC measures 18 cm, and side XY measures 12 cm. What is the measure of side Y Z ?

Elementary Algebra

17th Edition

ISBN:9780998625713

Author:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Publisher:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Chapter3: Math Models

Section3.4: Solve Geometry Applications: Triangles, Rectangles, And The Pythagorean Theorem

Problem 3.76TI: The measure of one angle of a right triangle is 30° more than the measure of the smallest angle....

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