Math Problem Statement
Let AB be a triangle with centroid G and BC = 3. If ABC is similar to GAB, and if area of ΔABC is x. Then find the value of 2x2.
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Similarity of Triangles
Centroid of a Triangle
Area of Triangles
Formulas
Ratio of similarity between two triangles = (side length ratio)^2
Area of similar triangles = (side length ratio)^2 * area of the smaller triangle
Centroid divides each median in the ratio 2:1
Theorems
Centroid Theorem
Similarity Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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