Mathematics 4024 · O Level · Similarity

Similarity — practice question

The figure $ACD$ forms a triangle with $\angle ADC = 110^\circ$. Also, $EB$ is parallel to $DC$, and $AE = EB$.
(a(i))[3]

Find $x$, and give a reason for each step in your working.

(a(ii))[1]

If $EB = 12\text{ cm}$ and $DC = 20\text{ cm}$, calculate $ED$.

(b)[2]

Find $a$.

(c)[4]

$P, Q, R$ and $S$ are vertices of a regular polygon. $M$ is the midpoint of $PR$. $PQ = 14\text{ cm}$ and $QM = 7\text{ cm}$. Determine how many sides the polygon has. Show your working.

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