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In triangle ABC, angle A measures 40º and angle B measures 60º. In triangle PQR, angle P measures 40º and angle Q measures 80º.

Latoya says, “I am positive that triangles ABC and PQR are similar triangles.”
Ronald says, “I am positive that triangles ABC and PQR are congruent.”
Marnie says, “We don’t have enough information to decide if triangles ABC and PQR are similar or congruent.”

Whose statement is correct? Explain your reasoning.

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Answer:

Latoya's statement because they are similar not congruent

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