Algebra 1

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ISBN 10: 0133500403
ISBN 13: 978-0-13350-040-0

Chapter 2 - Solving Equations - 2-8 Proportions and Similar Figures - Lesson Check - Page 133: 3

Answer

The order in which the points of the triangles are listed identify the corresponding parts.

Work Step by Step

$\Delta$$MNP$$\sim$$\Delta$$RST$ The triangles have the same angle measurements and same side length ratios, but different side length measurements. The points/letters on the triangles indicate how these two similar triangles are drawn to correspond with each other. $M$ and $R$, $N$ and $S$, and $P$ and $T$ correspond with each other. The triangles are drawn so that these points line up to have the the same angle measurements and side length ratios, making them similar.
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