Question

find the scale factor for the similar quadrilaterals below.
l 5 m
8 8
n 5 o
u 30 v
48 48
w 30 x

a. 5
b. 6
c. 8
d. 25

Explanation:

Step1: Select corresponding sides

Let's take side LM = 5 and UV = 30.

Step2: Calculate scale - factor

Scale factor = $\frac{UV}{LM}=\frac{30}{5}=6$

Answer:

B. 6