In MLK, MK= ML and the perimeter is 32 cm. A, B, and C are points of tangency and LC= 4 cm. What is KA? (The Diagram is not to scale)
Could you please explain how you got your answer?
Thank you!

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In MLK, MK= ML and the perimeter is 32 cm. A, B, and C are points of tangency and LC= 4 cm. What is KA? (The Diagram is not to scale)
Could you please explain how you got your answer?
Thank you!

anonymous · Answer

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mertsj · Answer

ML and MK are equal.  MC and MA are equal because they are tangents to a circle from a common point.  LC is given to be 4 so AK must also be 4 by substitution.

anonymous · Answer

@Mertsj  do not give the answer

mertsj · Answer

ok

anonymous · Answer

@Mertsj You helped a lot thank you! I see how to set up the problem now.

mertsj · Answer

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