To determine whether the given cubes are similar, congruent or neither.
Answer to Problem 16PT
Similar
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Two cubes.
Side of small cube
Side of large cube
Concept used:
Two cubes are similar if the corresponding length of their edges are proportional.
Calculation:
To determine whether the given cubes are similar or not, calculate the scale factor.
Scale factor of the cubes
Here, the result is a number. It means that they are proportional.
Conclusion:
Therefore, the given cubes are similar.
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