Questions: If WX = 26, what is W?

Transcript text: If WX = 26, what is W?

Solution

Solution Steps

Step 1: Recognize the Triangle Midsegment Theorem

The line segment VY connects the midpoints of two sides of triangle WZX. This makes VY a midsegment of the triangle. The triangle midsegment theorem states that the midsegment is parallel to the third side of the triangle and half as long as that third side.

Step 2: Apply the Theorem

In this case, the midsegment VY is parallel to WX and its length is half the length of WX.

Step 3: Calculate VY

Since WX = 26, then VY = 26 / 2 = 13.