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Set 3: Triangles (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

Two similar triangles have a scale factor of 3. If a side of the smaller triangle is 6, 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 6, what is the corresponding side of the larger triangle?

A.

15

B.

19

C.

18

✓ Correct
D.

20

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. Larger side = 6 times 3 = 18

Why others are wrong:
A: 15 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 19 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 20 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.