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Problem 5

The question asks to find the value of $x$ such that $BC \parallel DE$. When two lines are parallel, their corresponding segments have proportional lengths.

From the diagram:

• $DE = 2x$
• $BC = x + 4$
• $AE = 2x - 1$
• $AB = x$

By the property of parallel lines (proportionality of corresponding segments), we can write: $\frac{DE}{BC} = \frac{AE}{AB}$

Substitute the values: $\frac{2x}{x + 4} = \frac{2x - 1}{x}$

Cross-multiply: $2x \cdot x = (x + 4)(2x - 1)$

Simplify both sides: $2x^2 = 2x^2 + 8x - x - 4$

Simplify further: $2x^2 = 2x^2 + 7x - 4$

Cancel $2x^2$ from both sides: $0 = 7x - 4$

Solve for $x$: $x = \frac{4}{7}$

Thus, the value of $x$ is $\mathbf{\frac{4}{7}}$.

Problem 6

We are given:

• $AB = 89 \, \text{dm}$
• $AD = 64 \, \text{dm}$
• The initial height of the structure is $20 \, \text{dm}$.

The highest point of the roof corresponds to the hypotenuse of a right triangle. Let the height of the roof be $h$, so we have: $BD^2 = AB^2 - AD^2$

Substitute the given values: $BD^2 = 89^2 - 64^2$

Calculate: $BD^2 = 7921 - 4096$ $BD^2 = 3825$

Take the square root: $BD = \sqrt{3825} \approx 61.85 \, \text{dm}$

The total height from the ground is: $\text{Total height} = 20 + BD \approx 20 + 61.85 = 81.85 \, \text{dm}$

Thus, the total height is approximately $\mathbf{82 \, \text{dm}}$.

Let me know if you would like more clarification or details on either problem! Below are 5 questions related to these concepts:

1. How does proportionality help determine parallelism in geometry problems?
2. Why do we use the Pythagorean theorem in problems involving triangles and height?
3. What are common strategies for solving equations involving ratios?
4. How do we interpret total height when a structure has a base height and an additional feature (like a roof)?
5. Can the value of $x$ in Problem 5 be verified geometrically or through other methods?

Tip: Always double-check your proportionality or geometric relationships by visualizing or sketching the problem for clarity.