Thursday, February 16, 2012

Hints for the Similarity Review problems

First, in problem 5, the median should be AD (not AB). Secondly, also in problem 5, it may be helpful to draw a line that through D that is parallel to BQ.

Remember that you do not always need to prove some triangles are similar to get the ratios you need. Parallel lines and angle bisectors also give you useful ratios.

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