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solving proportions/similar figures

solving proportions/similar figures

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Mathematics

10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a proportion?

Back

A proportion is an equation that states that two ratios are equal.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you solve a proportion?

Back

To solve a proportion, cross-multiply the terms and then solve for the variable.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are corresponding sides in similar figures?

Back

Corresponding sides are the sides of two or more similar figures that are in the same relative position.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the scale factor in similar figures?

Back

The scale factor is the ratio of the lengths of corresponding sides of two similar figures.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

The corresponding angles of similar figures are equal.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you find a missing side in similar figures?

Back

Set up a proportion using the lengths of the corresponding sides and solve for the missing side.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the relationship between the areas of similar figures?

Back

The ratio of the areas of two similar figures is equal to the square of the ratio of their corresponding side lengths.

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