Similar triangles, Mathematics

Assignment Help:

SIMILAR TRIANGLES : Geometry  is  the  right  foundation  of all  painting,  I have  decided to  teach its  rudiments  and  principles  to  all  youngsters  eager for  art.   (Ans: r=2)

Example

ABC is a right-angled triangle, right-angled at A. A circle is inscribed in it. The lengths of the two sides containing the right angle are 6cm and 8 cm. Find the radius of the in circle.

414_triangle.png

Ans:    BC = 10cm

y + z = 8cm

x + z = 6cm

x + y = 10

⇒ x + y + z = 12

z = 12 - 10

z = 2 cm

∴radius = 2cm


Related Discussions:- Similar triangles

Logic, INSTRUCTIONS: Construct a regular proof to derive the conclusion of ...

INSTRUCTIONS: Construct a regular proof to derive the conclusion of the following argument: 1. H v (~T > R) 2. Hv (E > F) 3. ~T v E 4. ~H & D / R v F INSTRUCTIONS: Con

Which of the following sets are equal, Which of the following sets are equa...

Which of the following sets are equal? S 1 = {1, 2, 2, 3}, S 2 = {x | x 2 - 2x + 1 = 0}, S 3 = {1, 2, 3}, S 4 = {x | x 3 - 6x

Algebra, Manuel is a cross-country runner for his school’s team. He jogged ...

Manuel is a cross-country runner for his school’s team. He jogged along the perimeter of a rectangular field at his school. The track is a rectangle that has a length that is 3 tim

0^0, what is the value of zero to the power raised to zero?

what is the value of zero to the power raised to zero?

Line with rise of five and run of two is positive, Draw a graph which has s...

Draw a graph which has slope of a line with rise of five and run of two is positive.

Fractions, what Is the common denominator for 1/2 and 1/4

what Is the common denominator for 1/2 and 1/4

Solving a system of 2 equations addition-subtraction method, Solving a Syst...

Solving a System of 2 Equations Using the Addition/Subtraction Method To solve a system of linear equations using the addition/subtraction method, both equations should first b

Exponents, i need help with exponents and how to add them

i need help with exponents and how to add them

The equation of the tangent, Consider the function f(x) = 2x 2 + 1. Find ...

Consider the function f(x) = 2x 2 + 1. Find the equation of the tangent to the graph of f(x) at x = 2. [NOTE: when calculating f'(2), use first principles.

Write Your Message!

Captcha
Free Assignment Quote

Assured A++ Grade

Get guaranteed satisfaction & time on delivery in every assignment order you paid with us! We ensure premium quality solution document along with free turntin report!

All rights reserved! Copyrights ©2019-2020 ExpertsMind IT Educational Pvt Ltd