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Which choice is similar to the figure shown

Which choice is similar to the figure shown-example-1
User Chiapa
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a, 5 by 20
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User Tetha
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Answer:

rectangle of 5 by 20 is similar to given figure.

Explanation:

Given :Rectangular figures with side 2 and 8.

To find : which choice is similar to the figure shown.

Solution : We have given that figures with side 2 and 8.

Similar figures : Two figures that have the same shape are said to be similar. When two figures are similar, the ratios of the lengths of their corresponding sides are equal.

Then we can see from given options shape of figure of 5 by 20 is same as given figure

Ratio of sides =
(8)/(2) =(20)/(5)

4 :1 = 4 : 1

Therefore, rectangle of 5 by 20 is similar to given figure.

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