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    Question

    Find the length of BC, if ΔABC ~ ΔRQP and AC = 18 cm,

    RP = 12 cm and QP = 8 cm.
    A 12 cm Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 14 cm Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 10 cm Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 16 cm Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ΔABC ~ ΔRQP So, (AC/RP) = (BC/QP) Or, (18/12) = (BC/8) Or, (3/2) = (BC/8) Or, BC = (3/2) × 8 = 12 cm Hence, option a.

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