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Set 1: Triangles (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: B

PROBLEM

Two similar triangles have a scale factor of 3. If a side of the smaller triangle is 7, what is the corresponding side of the larger triangle?

Two similar triangles have a scale factor of 3. If a side of the smaller triangle is 7, what is the corresponding side of the larger triangle?

A.

20

B.

21

✓ Correct
C.

18

D.

22

Detailed Explanation

Choice B is the best answer. Larger side = 7 times 3 = 21

Why others are wrong:
A: 20 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 18 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 22 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.