63.5k views
4 votes
A triangle has side lengths of 5 inches, 8 inches, and 9 inches. What are possible side lengths of a similar triangle?

A: 30 inches, 48 inches, 54 inches
B: 15 inches, 24 inches, 30 inches
C: 20 inches, 36 inches, 40 inches
D: 10 inches, 13 inches, 14 inches

User Komputist
by
5.4k points

1 Answer

2 votes
The answer is A: 30 in, 48 in, and 54 in.

Step-by-step explanation:
If you multiply all of the sides by 6 you get answer. 5 * 6 = 30, 8 * 6 = 48, and
9 * 6 = 54.
User Vinay Sharma
by
5.8k points