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Set 3: Triangles (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

Two similar triangles have a scale factor of 3. If a side of the smaller triangle is 8, 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 8, what is the corresponding side of the larger triangle?

A.

27

B.

25

C.

26

D.

24

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

Choice D is the best answer. Larger side = 8 times 3 = 24

Why others are wrong:
A: 27 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 25 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 26 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.