alleryTwo similar triangles have side scale factor 2:5. If the smaller perimeter is 18 cm, find the larger perimeter.
A36 cm
B40 cm
C45 cm
D50 cm
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 45 cm
Perimeters scale like corresponding sides, so the larger perimeter is 18×5/2=45 cm.
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