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The bases of a trapezoid are 16 cm and 28 cm. One of the non-parallel sides is divided into three equal segments. Through the division points, lines parallel to the bases are drawn. Find the lengths of the segments of these parallel lines that are inside the trapezoid.

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The bases of a trapezoid are 16 cm and 28 cm. One of the non-parallel sides is divided into three equal segments. Through the division points, lines parallel to the bases are drawn. Find the lengths of the segments of these parallel lines that are inside the trapezoid.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trapezoids
Proportionality
Parallel Lines

Formulas

Basic proportionality theorem
Trapezoid midsegment formula

Theorems

Basic proportionality theorem (Thales's theorem)

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10