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What is the scale factor that takes the smaller triangle’s side lengths to the larger similar triangles side lengths? Express the answer as a simplified mixed fraction. (1 point)
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To find the scale factor that relates the side lengths of two similar triangles, you need to follow these steps:
1. Determine the lengths of the corresponding sides of both triangles.
2. Use the formula for scale factor:
\[
\text{Scale Factor} = \frac{\text{Length of a side of the larger triangle}}{\text{Length of the corresponding side of the smaller triangle}}
\]
3. Simplify the fraction to a mixed number, if necessary.
If you provide the specific side lengths of the two triangles, I can help you calculate the exact scale factor.
1. Determine the lengths of the corresponding sides of both triangles.
2. Use the formula for scale factor:
\[
\text{Scale Factor} = \frac{\text{Length of a side of the larger triangle}}{\text{Length of the corresponding side of the smaller triangle}}
\]
3. Simplify the fraction to a mixed number, if necessary.
If you provide the specific side lengths of the two triangles, I can help you calculate the exact scale factor.