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In ABC, D∈AB,E∈AC, DE∥BC. AD=x,DB=3,AE=x+1,EC=4. Find x.

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Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 3
BPT gives x/3=(x+1)/4, so 4x=3x+3 and x=3.
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