Chords cross; one has segments 5, 6 cm, the other 4, x cm. Find x.
A4 cm
B6 cm
C5 cm
D7.5 cm
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 7.5 cm
Equal products give 5 × 6 = 4x, hence x = 7.5 cm.
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