ISEE Word Problems Question 272: Answer and Explanation

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6. Triangle ABC is similar to triangle PQR. The length of is 7 cm, and the length of is 4 cm. If the length of is 16 cm, what is the length of ?

  • A. 28
  • B. 21
  • C. 14
  • D. 4

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

A

Draw the triangles to make sure the corresponding vertices of the two triangles are aligned. Set up a proportion: . Cross multiply and divide both sides by 4.

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