09.30.2025 Lesson on Similarity

Open Ended

Why is it important to understand the concept of similar figures in real life situations, such as resizing photos or creating models?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about similar figures?

• Similar figures have the same shape and size.

• Similar figures have the same shape but different sizes.

• Similar figures have different shapes but the same size.

• Similar figures have different shapes and sizes.

Fill in the Blanks

When the scale factor is less than 1, what happens to the size of the similar figure?

Open Ended

Do you have any questions or would you like to know more about similar figures?

Multiple Select

Which of the following are always true for similar polygons?

• They are the same size and shape.

• They have corresponding angles that are congruent.

• They have corresponding sides that are congruent.

• They are the same shape but different sizes.