Labeling corresponding parts and proportions of sides of similar figures

The video tutorial explains the concept of similarity in geometry, focusing on quadrilaterals NPQR and UVST. It differentiates between similarity and congruence, emphasizing that similar shapes have the same shape but not necessarily the same size. The tutorial guides on writing congruence statements for angles and proportions for sides in similar figures, using examples to illustrate these concepts.

What is the main difference between similarity and congruency in quadrilaterals?

• Similar quadrilaterals have the same size.

• Congruent quadrilaterals have the same shape but different sizes.

• Congruent quadrilaterals have different shapes.

• Similar quadrilaterals have the same shape but not necessarily the same size.

Which angle in quadrilateral NPQR is congruent to angle U in quadrilateral UVST?

• Angle N

• Angle P

• Angle Q

• Angle R

If angle P is congruent to angle V, which other pair of angles is congruent?

• Angle Q and angle T

• Angle N and angle T

• Angle Q and angle S

• Angle R and angle S

What is the purpose of writing proportions for sides in similar quadrilaterals?

• To determine the exact size of the quadrilaterals

• To compare the lengths of corresponding sides

• To identify the angles of the quadrilaterals

• To find the area of the quadrilaterals

Which side in quadrilateral NPQR is compared to side VS in quadrilateral UVST?

• Side NR

• Side PQ

• Side QR

• Side NP

What is the longest side in quadrilateral NPQR compared to in quadrilateral UVST?

• Side VS

• Side ST

• Side TU

• Side UV

Why is it important to write both congruency and proportion statements for similar quadrilaterals?

• To ensure the quadrilaterals are identical

• To solve for unknown side lengths and angles

• To calculate the perimeter of the quadrilaterals

• To verify the quadrilaterals are congruent