Properties of Similar Figures

Front

What are matching sides in similar figures called?

Back

Corresponding Sides

Front

Which angle corresponds with \( \angle F \)?

Back

\( \angle C \)

Front

Which angle corresponds with \( \angle A \)?

Back

\( \angle D \)

Front

If \( \Delta LMK \cong \Delta LMT \), then \( \angle K \cong \) ____?

Back

\( \angle T \)

Front

What does the symbol '≅' stand for?

Back

Congruent

Front

What are corresponding angles?

Back

Angles in similar figures that occupy the same relative position.

Front

What is the definition of similar figures?

Back

Figures that have the same shape but may differ in size.

Front

What is the ratio of corresponding sides in similar figures?

Back

The ratio is constant and is called the scale factor.

Front

If two triangles are similar, what can be said about their angles?

Back

All corresponding angles are equal.

Front

What is the scale factor of two similar triangles with sides 4 cm and 8 cm?

Back

2 (the ratio of the sides is 1:2).