$\overline { B E }$ is the midsegment of $ΔACD$, shown below.

1. Determine the perimeter of $ΔACD$.

   Hint (a):

   We are given values for the lines in this shape. Pay attention to the midsegment of the shape. Can you multiply these variables by a specific number?

   Answer (a):

   $CD = 14$, $BC = 3$, and $ED = 5$
   Perimeter $= 14 + 6 + 10 = 30$ units.

2. If the area of $ΔABE$ is $6.5$ units^{$^2$}, what is the area of $ΔACD$?

   Answer (b):

   $(6.5)(4) = 26$ units $^²$