Question

determine if the triangles are similar. if so, state the postulate or theorem and write the similarity statement.
e
8
f
12
d
a
4
b
3
c
20

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate side - length ratios

Calculate the ratios of corresponding sides. $\frac{EF}{AC}=\frac{8}{4} = 2$, $\frac{DF}{BC}=\frac{12}{3}=4$.

Step2: Check similarity condition

Since the ratios of the corresponding sides $\frac{EF}{AC}
eq\frac{DF}{BC}$, the triangles are not similar.

Answer:

The triangles are not similar.