Mathematics
The ratio between the altitudes of two similar triangles is 3 : 5; write the ratio between their:
(i) corresponding medians.
(ii) perimeters.
(iii) areas.
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Let △ABC and △PQR be two similar triangles with AD and PS as perpendiculars.
So,
∠ABD = ∠PQS [As ∠ABC = ∠PQR]
∠ADB = ∠PSQ [Both = 90°]
So, △ABD ~ △PQS.
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(i) The ratio between the medians of two similar triangles is same as the ratio between their sides.
Hence, the required ratio = 3 : 5.
(ii) The ratio between the perimeters of two similar triangles is same as the ratio between their sides.
Hence, the required ratio = 3 : 5.
(iii) The ratio between the areas of two similar triangles is same as the square of the ratio between their corresponding sides.
Ratio = (3)2 : (5)2 = 9 : 25.
Hence, the required ratio = 9 : 25.
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