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Complete the solution of the equation. find the value of y when x equals to 28 x+3y=28

Two poles, ab and ed, are fixed to the ground with the of ropes ac and ec, as shown: what is the approximate distance, in feet, between the two poles? 6.93 feet 8.66 feet 12.32 feet 15.59 feet

Maci and i are making a small kite. two sides are 10". two sides are 5". the shorter diagonal is 6". round all your answers to the nearest tenth. 1. what is the distance from the peak of the kite to the intersection of the diagonals? 2. what is the distance from intersection of the diagonals to the top of the tail? 3. what is the length of the longer diagonal?