Answer:
x = 12.8
Step-by-step explanation:
To find the value of x, set up a proportion between the two similar triangles. Then solve for x.
[tex]\frac{32}{32+x} = \frac{40}{56}[/tex]
Solve by cross multiplying and isolating x.
32(56) = 40(32+x)
1792 = 1280 + 40x
512 = 40x
12.8 = x
