12 18 U

Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e
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Author:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.
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What is the scale factor?
ame
24)
B
12
18
6.
U
Transcribed Image Text:ame 24) B 12 18 6. U
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Step 1

Given information:

SU=12, TC=18, CU=6

Explanation:

As it can be seen from the given figure that the lines BC and ST are parallel.

Use the basic proportionality theorem of the triangle.

The ratio of the sides can be expressed as,

UCCT=UBBC=k                ..... (1)

The scale factor would be equal to k.

 

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