Math Problem Statement

In △ABC ~ △DEF, AB = 6.3 cm, BC = 5.6 cm, AC = 8.4 cm. Construct △ABC and △DEF such that AC/DF = 7/5.

Solution

The problem shown in the image involves two similar triangles, ABC\triangle ABC and ADEF\triangle ADEF, and some given measurements:

  • AB=6.3cmAB = 6.3 \, \text{cm}
  • BC=5.6cmBC = 5.6 \, \text{cm}
  • AC=8.4cmAC = 8.4 \, \text{cm}

We are asked to construct the triangles and solve the ratio ACDF=75\frac{AC}{DF} = \frac{7}{5}. This means that the sides of triangle ADEFADEF are proportional to the corresponding sides of triangle ABCABC by a ratio of 75\frac{7}{5}.

To solve this problem, follow these steps:

  1. Construct ABC\triangle ABC using the given measurements for ABAB, BCBC, and ACAC.

  2. Set up the ratio between the sides of ABC\triangle ABC and ADEF\triangle ADEF. Since the triangles are similar, the corresponding sides will have the same ratio.

    • ACDF=75\frac{AC}{DF} = \frac{7}{5}
  3. Find the length of side DFDF: Since AC=8.4cmAC = 8.4 \, \text{cm} and the ratio is 75\frac{7}{5}, we can find DFDF by: DF=57×8.4=6cmDF = \frac{5}{7} \times 8.4 = 6 \, \text{cm}

  4. Find other sides of ADEF\triangle ADEF: Similarly, use the ratio 75\frac{7}{5} to find DEDE and EFEF, proportional to the sides ABAB and BCBC respectively.

Would you like a detailed explanation of how to construct the triangles, or do you have any specific questions? Here are some related questions to expand on:

  1. How do you determine if two triangles are similar?
  2. What is the significance of the ratio of corresponding sides in similar triangles?
  3. How can you calculate other corresponding sides using proportions?
  4. How would you approach constructing these triangles geometrically?
  5. What real-world applications rely on the properties of similar triangles?

Tip: When dealing with similar triangles, always remember that the angles remain the same, and the sides are proportional.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Similar Triangles
Proportionality

Formulas

Side ratio in similar triangles: AC/DF = 7/5

Theorems

AA Similarity Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10