SIMILARITY

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What is the similarity statement for the triangle pair?

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ΔYZX~ΔNWE

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.A.2

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If two figures are similar, the corresponding sides are ______________.

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proportional

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

CCSS.HSG.CO.B.6

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Tell whether the two figures are congruent.

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Yes, same size and same shape

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

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Which of the following is NOT true about similar figures? A) Similar figures always have the same shape. B) Similar figures always have the same size. C) Similar figures always have corresponding angles that are equal. D) Similar figures always have corresponding sides that are proportional.

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B) Similar figures always have the same size.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

CCSS.HSG.CO.B.6

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What does congruent mean?

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Same size, same shape

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

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What are similar figures?

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Figures that have the same shape but not necessarily the same size.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

CCSS.HSG.CO.B.6

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What is the ratio of corresponding sides in similar figures?

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The ratio is constant and equal for all corresponding sides.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

CCSS.HSG.CO.B.6

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How do you determine if two triangles are similar?

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By checking if their corresponding angles are equal and their corresponding sides are proportional.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.A.2

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What is the relationship between the angles of similar triangles?

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The corresponding angles of similar triangles are equal.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.A.2

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Can two figures be similar if they have different shapes?

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No, similar figures must have the same shape.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

CCSS.HSG.CO.B.6