Question

find the scale factor for the similar triangles below. a. 0.5 b. 1.5 c. 3 d. 6

Explanation:

Step1: Recall scale - factor formula

Scale factor = $\frac{\text{side of smaller triangle}}{\text{side of larger triangle}}$

Step2: Substitute side - lengths

Scale factor = $\frac{3}{6}=0.5$

Answer:

A. 0.5