allerySimilar triangles have corresponding altitudes 9,15 cm. Smaller area is 27 cm². Larger?
A75 cm²
B45 cm²
C125 cm²
D81 cm²
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. 75 cm²
Their linear ratio is 3:5, so the larger area is 27×25/9=75 cm².
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