8. Two segments are divided proportionally. The first segment is divided into parts that are 12,18, and \( x \) units long. The second segment is divided into parts that are \( y, 9 \), and 13 units long. What are the values of \( x \) and \( y \) ?
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Step 1: Since the two segments are divided proportionally, we can set up the following equation: 12/18 = y/9. Show more…
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