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Mar 9, 2017

#x=33#

Explanation:

Given that #DeltaDNS and DeltaARH# are similar,

#=> (AH)/(AR)=(DS)/(DN)#

#=> x/21.6=110/72#

#=> x=(21.6xx110)/72=33#

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