Set 2: Triangles (Advanced)

Q: 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?

[Variation 1] **Choice D is the best answer.** Larger side = 5 times 4 = 20

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

Recent studies show that 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?

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 1] Choice D is the best answer. Larger side = 5 times 4 = 20

Why others are wrong:

A: 18 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

B: 21 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

C: 19 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

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