Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
Proving the triangles are similar
- ∠MNO = ∠PQO = 80° (given)
- ∠MON = ∠MON (common)
- ΔMNO ~ ΔPQO
Taking the sides in proportion
- MN/PQ = MO/PO (corresponding parts of similar triangles)
- 8/4.8 = x / 5.4
- 5/3 = x/5.4
- x = 1.8 * 5
- x = 9