Question

Which is an equivalent scale factor of Mr. Barrow's height to the height of the power pole?

A. 162:18
B. 6:54
C. 18:162
D. 54:6

Answer 1

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Answer:

C. 18:162

Explanation:

Both B and C are the same scale factor, and both correctly express the ratio of the shorter height to the longer one.

The ratio of choice C is directly obtained from the figure, so is probably the best choice.