Question

Choose the explanation that shows why ΔADE is similar to ΔABC.

Answer 1

Hello,

First of all,
C. and D. are both incorrect because they apply translations to ABC; translations will misalign ADE with ABC.

Next,
A. is incorrect because a dilation of 1/2 will place D at (0,3) from its original point of (0,2). Also, the dilation will place E at (6,0) from its original point of (4,0). The triangle ADE would be too small to map ABC.

Finally,

B. Is the correct answer because a dilation of 2 will place D at (0,4)—where B is—and will place E at (8,0), where C is.
Choice B. maps ADE onto ABC

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