
Q2W8 Geo Ratios, Proportions, Scale Factor Flashcard
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Mathematics
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9th - 12th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a ratio?
Back
A ratio is a comparison of two quantities, showing how many times one value contains or is contained within the other.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define proportion.
Back
A proportion is an equation that states that two ratios are equal.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a scale factor?
Back
A scale factor is a number that scales, or multiplies, some quantity. It is used to determine the size of an object in relation to another object.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you find a missing side in similar figures?
Back
To find a missing side in similar figures, set up a proportion using the corresponding sides of the figures.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
If two figures are similar, what can be said about their corresponding angles?
Back
The corresponding angles of similar figures are equal.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between the sides of similar triangles?
Back
The sides of similar triangles are proportional to each other.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you calculate the scale factor from a smaller shape to a larger shape?
Back
To calculate the scale factor, divide the length of a side of the larger shape by the length of the corresponding side of the smaller shape.
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