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In ΔABC ~ ΔDEF such that 2AB = DE and BC = 6 cm, find EF.

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In ΔABC ~ ΔDEF such that 2AB = DE and BC = 6 cm, find EF.

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Solution

When two triangles are similar, then the ratios of the lengths of their corresponding sides are equal.
Here, ΔABC ~ΔDEF  

∴ `(AB)/(DE)=(BC)/(EF)` 

⇒`( AB)/(2AB)=(6)/(EF)` 

⇒ EF = 12 cm 

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Chapter 7: Triangles - EXERCISE 7E [Page 447]

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R.S. Aggarwal Mathematics [English] Class 10
Chapter 7 Triangles
EXERCISE 7E | Q 13. | Page 447
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