What is the definition of similar polygons?
Similar Polygons

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Similar polygons are polygons that have the same shape but may differ in size. Their corresponding angles are equal, and the lengths of their corresponding sides are proportional.
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How do you determine if two polygons are similar?
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Two polygons are similar if their corresponding angles are equal and the lengths of their corresponding sides are in proportion.
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What is a ratio?
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A ratio is a relationship between two numbers indicating how many times the first number contains the second. It is often expressed as 'a:b'.
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How do you solve for a variable in a proportion?
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To solve for a variable in a proportion, cross-multiply the terms and then isolate the variable.
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What is the cross-multiplication method?
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The cross-multiplication method involves multiplying the numerator of one fraction by the denominator of the other fraction to find a relationship between the two fractions.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the formula for finding the scale factor between two similar polygons?
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The scale factor is found by dividing the length of a side of one polygon by the corresponding side of the other polygon.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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If two similar triangles have a scale factor of 2:3, what does this mean?
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This means that for every 2 units of length in the first triangle, there are 3 units of length in the second triangle.
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