In the diagram, \(DE\) is parallel to \(AC.\) If \(AC = 10\) and \(DE = 5\) and the area of triangle \(ABC\) is \(40,\)

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In the diagram, \(DE\) is parallel to \(AC.\) If \(AC = 10\) and \(DE = 5\) and the area of triangle \(ABC\) is \(40,\) then what is the area of triangle \(BDE?\)

(A) 8
(B) 10
(C) 12
(D) 14
(E) 20

Answer: B

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