In the given figure, DE || BC. IF AD = 5 cm, DB = 10 cm, and AE = 8 cm, then AC is
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 24 cm
Given that
DE || BC. IF AD = 5 cm, DB = 10 cm, and AE = 8 cm
According to the question
ADE and ABC are similar triangles
AD/AB = AE/AC
5/(5 + 10) = 8/AC
AC = 8 × 3 = 24 cm