Question

Okay how would you find the length of AQ? Given that lines PQ and BC are || Also, the diagram is not drawn to scale. http://media.education2020.com/evresources/647-09-05-00-00_files/i0030002.jpg
AQ is either
A:11
B:12
C:18
D:9

How do you get this answer?

Answer 1

Check Basic proportionality theorem: Any line drawn parallel to the base of a triangle cuts the other two sides in equal ratios. \[\frac{ 6 }{ 12 } = \frac{ x }{ 18 }\] solve for x.

Answer 2

Oh it is that simple? why was I trying to do 6/18=x/12? thank you...

Answer 3

Its been a pleasure :)