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Two similar figures have a scale factor of 3/5. One side of the larger figure is 20 inches. how long is the corresponding side in the smaller figure?

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Answer:

  • 12 in

Explanation:

  • Side of the larger figure = 20 in
  • Scale factor = 3/5

Side of the smaller figure:

  • 20 * 3/5 = 12 in
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