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Set 1: Triangles (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

Two similar triangles have a scale factor of 4. If a side of the smaller triangle is 5, what is the corresponding side of the larger triangle?

Two similar triangles have a scale factor of 4. If a side of the smaller triangle is 5, what is the corresponding side of the larger triangle?

A.

21

B.

22

C.

20

✓ Correct
D.

19

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. Larger side = 5 times 4 = 20

Why others are wrong:
A: 21 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 22 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 19 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.