Question

The two pyramids below are similar. What is the length of the altitude of the smallest pyramid?

Answer 1

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Answer:

B. 24/9

Explanation:

The linear dimensions are proportional in similar figures, so we have ...

altitude/side = x/4 = 6/9

Multiplying by 4 gives ...

x = 24/9 . . . . matches choice B