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In Fig., KP, LQ, MR, NS and BC are parallel to one another. KN = LB = 3KL and M is the mid-point of LN. If PQ = x cm find PR, PS, QS and RC

We are given a triangle \(ABC\) with multiple lines parallel to \(BC\), as shown in the image. Let's break down the information provided:

- \(KP \parallel LQ \parallel MR \parallel NS \parallel BC\)
- \(KN = LB = 3KL\)
- \(M\) is the midpoint of \(LN\)
- \(PQ = x\) cm

We are tasked with finding the following lengths:
- \(PR\)
- \(PS\)
- \(QS\)
- \(RC\)

### Let's approach the problem step-by-step:

#### 1. Using \(M\) as the midpoint:
Since \(M\) is the midpoint of \(LN\), we know that:
\[
LM = MN
\]
This information will help in setting up proportions across the triangle.

#### 2. Proportionality of triangles:
Because the lines \(KP, LQ, MR, NS, BC\) are all parallel to one another, the triangles \( \triangle AKP, \triangle ALQ, \triangle AMR, \triangle ANS, \triangle ABC \) are all similar by the Basic Proportionality Theorem (or Thales' theorem). This allows us to set up proportional relationships between the sides.

The key is to express each segment as a proportion of one of the known sides.

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In Fig., KP, LQ, MR, NS and BC are parallel to one another. KN = LB = 3KL and M is the mid-point of LN. If PQ = x cm, find PR, PS, QS and RC.

Learn how to solve a triangle geometry problem involving parallel lines and proportionality. Given that PQ = x cm and using the Basic Proportionality Theorem, find the lengths of PR, PS, QS, and RC. Suitable for students in Grades 9-10.

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