Question

If BE = 6.25, calculate EC

a. 12.50
b. 18.75
c. 25
d. 31.25

Answer 1

Set up a ratio for similar triangles:
\[18/24 = x/(x+6.25)\]
Cross multiply:
\[18x+112.5=24x\]
Gather like terms and solve:
\[6x=112.5\]
\[x=18.75\]
So option b.

Answer 2

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