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Which one of these pictures is not like the others? Explain what makes it different using ratios.

1) Shape L
2) Shape M
3) Shape N

User ErikMD
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Final answer:

Shape N does not match Shapes L and M, as it has a magnification ratio that indicates it is smaller than the object, while the magnifications for Shapes L and M are 1:1, showing they are the same size as the object.

Step-by-step explanation:

When comparing the three pictures based on the information provided about magnification, it's clear that Shape N is not like the others. The key feature that sets it apart is its size in relation to the object it represents. While Shapes L and M are of equivalent size to the object, Shape N is smaller. Using the concept of magnification, we can say that the magnification of Shape N is less than 1 (indicating it's smaller than the actual object), whereas the magnification for Shapes L and M would be 1, suggesting these shapes are the same size as the object.

Magnification is the ratio of the image height to the object height. If we were to set this ratio for Shapes L and M, it would be 1:1, and for Shape N, it would be less than 1:1. This difference in ratio and therefore in magnification signifies that Shape N is the one that does not belong in the set.

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