Similar Figures

Front

Shapes that are the same shape AND the same size are _______.

Back

Congruent

Front

Two objects that are the same shape BUT not the same size are _______. Options:

Congruent

,

Vertical

,

Similar

,

Complementary

Back

Similar

Front

Matching sides are called...

Back

Corresponding Sides

Front

Corresponding sides in similar figures must be proportional.

Back

True

Front

Are the following similar? Explain your reasoning.

Back

Yes, similar because they are the same shape and side lengths are proportional.

Front

Are the following similar?
Explain your reasoning.

Back

No, corresponding sides are NOT in proportion.

Front

Matching angles are called...

Back

Corresponding Angles

Front

Corresponding angles in similar figures are congruent.

Back

True

Front

Pentagon JKLMN is similar to pentagon VWXYZ.
What is the measurement of angle X? Options: 30 degrees, 60 degrees, 150 degrees, 120 degrees

Back

60 degrees

Front

The pair of figures is similar. Find the missing side (x).

Back

x = 10