Answer:
Since the perimeter of ΔPQR = 44, QR + PR = 44 - PQ, or 32 cm. This is proportional to the sum XY + WY, because the two triangles are similar so their corresponding sides are proportional. Their ratio is 24:32 or 3:4, which is the same as their perimeters, 3/4 = P/44, so P = 33 cm.
Step-by-step explanation:
The given parameters are;
ΔPQR ~ ΔWXY
Perimeter of ΔPQR = 44
PQ = 12
XY + WY = 24 based on position is proportional to QR + PR
However, the perimeter of ΔPQR = PQ + QR + PR = 44
Therefore, QR + PR = 44 - PQ = 44 - 12 = 32
Hence, XY + WY = 24 based on position is proportional to QR + PR = 32
If XY:QR = WY:PR we get (XY + WY):(QR + PR) (common factors)
∴ (XY + WY):(QR + PR) = 24:32 = 3:4
By extension, (WX + XY + WY):(PQ + QR + PR) = 3:4
Where: WX + XY + WY = P and PQ + QR + PR = 44 we have;
P:44 = 3:4 or 3/4 = P/44
From which P = 44 × 3/4 = 33 cm.