Math Problem Statement

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Is Rectangle B a scaled copy of Rectangle A? Do the corresponding angles in Rectangle A and Rectangle B have the same measures?

Solution

To determine if Rectangle B is a scaled copy of Rectangle A, we need to verify two conditions:

  1. Corresponding angles: Since both shapes are rectangles, all corresponding angles are right angles (90°), so they are identical.

  2. Corresponding sides are proportional: We need to check if the side lengths of Rectangle B are proportional to those of Rectangle A.

  • Rectangle A has side lengths 3 and 5.
  • Rectangle B has side lengths 9 and 10.

To check if the sides are proportional, we calculate the ratios of corresponding sides:

  • Ratio of shorter sides: 93=3\frac{9}{3} = 3
  • Ratio of longer sides: 105=2\frac{10}{5} = 2

Since the ratios of the corresponding sides are not equal (3 and 2), Rectangle B is not a scaled copy of Rectangle A.

Would you like further details on this? Here are some related questions to explore:

  1. What is the definition of similar figures in geometry?
  2. How can you determine if two shapes are scaled copies?
  3. What are some common real-world examples of scaled copies?
  4. How would the dimensions of Rectangle B change if it were a scaled copy of Rectangle A?
  5. Can two figures be similar even if they are not congruent?

Tip: When checking for scaled copies, always verify that the ratios of corresponding sides are equal.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Scaled Copies
Proportional Relationships
Rectangles

Formulas

Ratio of corresponding sides: (side length B) / (side length A)
Angles in rectangles are always 90 degrees

Theorems

Similarity and Scale Factor Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8