Applications of Similar Triangles in Word Problems

What is the height of the tree when using similar triangles and proportions?

• 30 feet

• 15 feet

• 25 feet

• 20 feet

In the tree height problem, what is the ratio of the tree's shadow to Lance's shadow?

• 5 to 1

• 1 to 4

• 1 to 5

• 4 to 1

What common mistake must be avoided when setting up proportions for the flagpole problem?

• Forgetting unit conversions

• Ignoring shadow lengths

• Using partial lengths as whole

• Measuring incorrect angles

What is the correct way to handle partial lengths in triangle proportion problems?

• Add them to whole lengths

• Subtract them from whole lengths

• Use them as they are

• Ignore them

How tall is the flagpole based on the calculations provided?

• 30 feet

• 25 feet

• 35 feet

• 20 feet

What is the correct proportion setup for the flagpole height problem?

• x/7 = 5/35

• x/35 = 5/7

• x/7 = 35/5

• x/5 = 35/7

What is the height of the statue using the mirror technique?

• 3 feet

• 3.5 feet

• 4 feet

• 2.5 feet

What technique is used to measure the statue's height?

• Direct measurement

• Shadow comparison

• Using a ladder

• Mirror reflection

How far from the wall will the hockey puck be picked up by the teammate?

• 1 meter

• 2 meters

• 2.5 meters

• 1.5 meters

What is the correct proportion for the hockey puck problem?

• d/1 = 2.4/3.6

• d/1 = 1/2.4

• d/1 = 3.6/2.4

• d/1 = 1/3.6