In the βˆ†ABC, D and E are points on side AB and AC respectively such that DE II BC. If AE = 2cm, AD = 3cm and BD = 4.5cm, then find CE.

In the ABC, D and E are points on side AB and AC respectively such

Remove Ads
Teachoo Β· Class 10 Explore Class 10

Transcript

Question 10 In the βˆ†ABC, D and E are points on side AB and AC respectively such that DE II BC. If AE = 2cm, AD = 3cm and BD = 4.5cm, then find CE.Since DE II BC By Basic Proportionality Theorem 𝑨𝑫/𝑩𝑫=𝑨𝑬/π‘ͺ𝑬 3/4.5=2/𝐢𝐸 CE = (2 Γ— 4.5)/3 CE = 9/3 CE = 3 cm

Davneet Singh's photo - Co-founder, Teachoo

Made by

Davneet Singh

Davneet Singh is an IIT Kanpur graduate and has been teaching for 16+ years. At Teachoo, he breaks down Maths, Science and Computer Science into simple steps so students understand concepts deeply and score with confidence.

Many students prefer Teachoo Black for a smooth, ad-free learning experience.