Two triangles that have three pairs of proportional sides are always similar. Identify the ratios of the length of each side. Tell whether the triangles are similar or not similar and explain why. Triangle 1: 12, 15, 18 Triangle 2: 40, 50, 60

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Section10.1: Triangles
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Two triangles that have three pairs of proportional sides are always similar. Identify the ratios of the length of each side. Tell whether the triangles are similar or
not similar and explain why.
Triangle 1: 12, 15, 18
Triangle 2: 40, 50, 60
Transcribed Image Text:Two triangles that have three pairs of proportional sides are always similar. Identify the ratios of the length of each side. Tell whether the triangles are similar or not similar and explain why. Triangle 1: 12, 15, 18 Triangle 2: 40, 50, 60
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