Math Problem Statement
Given the figures are similar, find the missing side in each pair of triangles and quadrilaterals shown in the image.
Solution
Let's go through each of the problems in this image.
First Problem
For the first triangle pair, we have:
- Triangle with sides , , and the other triangle with sides and .
Since the triangles are similar, we can set up a proportion using corresponding sides: Substitute the known values: Now, cross-multiply and solve for :
So, .
Second Problem
In the second triangle pair, we have:
- Triangle with sides , , and the other triangle with sides and .
Using the similarity property again: Substitute the known values: \
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Similarity of Triangles
Proportion
Ratio
Formulas
Ratio of corresponding sides in similar triangles: AC / XZ = AB / XY
Cross-multiplication to solve proportions: a/b = c/d implies ad = bc
Theorems
Similarity Theorem
Proportionality Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10