Question

33. The two triangles below are similar. Find the missing

sides.
2.8
Ju
2.4
4.8
7.2
X

Answer 1

Small Triangle:

y = 3.6

Big Triangle:

x = 5.6

Explanation:

According to the a² side of both triangles, the Big Triangle is 2× the Small Triangle.

Therefore basic math ensues:

x = 2.8×2

x = 5.6

y = 7.2÷2

y = 3.6

And there are your answers!