Mathematics: The highest point in California is Mt. Whitney at 14,494 feet above sea level. The lowest point in California is in Death Valley at 282 feet below sea level. What is the difference between the two elevations (the two heights)? Hint: Sea level is point 0.

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24.01.2020

x = 26

Step-by-step explanation:

Given

The above triangles

Required

Find x

The two triangles are similar. So we make use of the following equivalent ratios, to solve for x

XZ : ZY = JL : LK

Replace each side with their measurements

13 : 10 = x : 20

Express as fraction

$\frac{13}{10} = \frac{x}{20}$

Solve for x

$x = \frac{13}{10} * 20$

x = 1.3 * 20

x = 26

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