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1(a)Exercise 15(A)

In the given diagram OC = 1.5 × OA, then OB is equal to :

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From figure,

In △ OAB and △ OCD,

⇒ ∠AOB = ∠COD (Vertically opposite angles are equal)

⇒ ∠OAB = ∠OCD (Alternate angles are equal)

⇒ ∠OBA = ∠ODC (Alternate angles are equal)

∴ △ OAB ~ △ OCD (By A.A.A. postulate)

Given,

⇒ OC = 1.5 × OA

⇒ $\frac{OA}{OC} = \frac{1}{1.5} = \frac{2}{3}$.

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangle are in proportion.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{OB}{OD} = \frac{OA}{OC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{OB}{OD} = \frac{2}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow OB = \frac{2}{3} \times OD.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

1(b)Exercise 15(A)

Are the given triangles similar?

Are the given triangles similar? Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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As we know that sum of all angles of a triangle is 180°.

In first triangle,

⇒ 65° + 55° + third angle = 180°

⇒ 120° + third angle = 180°

⇒ third angle = 180° - 120°

⇒ third angle = 60°

In second triangle,

⇒ 65° + 70° + third angle = 180°

⇒ 135° + third angle = 180°

⇒ third angle = 180° - 135°

⇒ third angle = 45°

Since, the in the given triangles neither corresponding angles are equal nor their corresponding sides are in proportion.

Hence, option 2 is the correct option.

1(c)Exercise 15(A)

In the given figure, OA = 5, OB = 6, OC = 3 and OD = 10, then

In the given figure, OA = 5, OB = 6, OC = 3 and OD = 10, then. Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given,

OA = 5, OB = 6, OC = 3 and OD = 10.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{OA}{OC} = \frac{5}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{OD}{OB} = \frac{10}{6} = \frac{5}{3} \\[1em] \therefore \frac{OA}{OC} = \frac{OD}{OB}\end{aligned}$$

From figure,

∠AOD = ∠BOC (Vertically opposite angles are equal)

∴ △ AOD ∼ △ COB (By S.A.S. axiom)

Hence, option 4 is the correct option.

1(d)Exercise 15(A)

In the given figure, the value of x is:

In the given figure, the value of x is. Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In Δ AOB and Δ DOC

⇒ ∠AOB = ∠DOC (Vertically opposite angles are equal)

⇒ ∠BAO = ∠DCO (Alternate angles are equal)

⇒ ∠ABO = ∠CDO (Alternate angles are equal)

∴ Δ AOB ∼ Δ COD (By AAA postulate)

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{AO}{CO} = \frac{OB}{OD}\\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{18}{12} = \frac{x}{20}\\[1em] \Rightarrow x = \frac{18 \times 20}{12}\\[1em] \Rightarrow x = \frac{360}{12}\\[1em] \Rightarrow x = 30\end{aligned}$$

Hence, option 2 is the correct option.

1(e)Exercise 15(A)

In triangle ABC, ∠BAC = 90° and AD is perpendicular to side BC. Triangle ABD is similar to triangle CBA by :

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In △ CBA and △ ABD,

In triangle ABC, ∠BAC = 90° and AD is perpendicular to side BC. Triangle ABD is similar to triangle CBA by : Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

⇒ ∠CAB = ∠ADB (Both equal to 90°)

⇒ ∠CBA = ∠DBA (Common angles)

Since, two angles of two triangles are equal so third angle of both the triangle will also be equal.

⇒ ∠ACB = ∠DAB.

∴ △ CBA ~ △ ABD (By A.A.A. postulate)

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

1(f)Exercise 15(A)

If AE = 10 cm, BD = 8 cm and BC = 10 cm, then AB is equal to :

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From figure,

In △ ACE and △ BCD,

⇒ ∠CAE = ∠CBD (Both equal to 90°)

⇒ ∠ACE = ∠BCD (Common angles)

Since, two angles of two triangles are equal so third angle of both the triangle will also be equal.

⇒ ∠CEA = ∠CDB.

∴ △ ACE ~ △ BCD (By A.A.A. postulate)

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangle are in proportion.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{AC}{BC} = \frac{AE}{BD} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AC}{10} = \frac{10}{8} \\[1em] \Rightarrow AC = \frac{100}{8} = 12.5 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

From figure,

AB = AC - BC = 12.5 - 10 = 2.5 cm.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

1(g)Exercise 15(A)

In the given figure :

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From figure,

⇒ ∠BAE = x (let)

⇒ ∠DAB = ∠EAC = y (let)

⇒ ∠AED = ∠ACB = z (let)

⇒ ∠DAE = ∠DAB + ∠BAE = y + x

⇒ ∠BAC = ∠BAE + ∠EAC = x + y

⇒ ∠DAE = ∠BAC = x + y

In △ ABC and △ ADE,

⇒ ∠DAE = ∠BAC (Proved above)

⇒ ∠AED = ∠ACB (Both equal to z)

∴ △ ADE ~ △ ABC (By A.A. axiom)

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

1(h)Exercise 15(A)

The value of x is :

The value of x is 2, 3, 1, none of these. Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In Δ AOB and Δ DOC

⇒ ∠AOB = ∠DOC (Vertically opposite angles are equal)

⇒ ∠BAO = ∠DCO (Corresponding angles are equal)

⇒ ∠ABO = ∠CDO (Corresponding angles since AB ∥ CD and BD is a transversal)

∴ Δ AOB ∼ Δ COD (By AAA postulates)

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{OB}{OD} = \frac{AB}{CD}\\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{3 }{4} = \frac{x + 1}{x + 2}\\[1em] \Rightarrow 3(x + 2) = 4(x + 1)\\[1em] \Rightarrow 3x + 6 = 4x + 4\\[1em] \Rightarrow 4x - 3x = 6 - 4\\[1em] \Rightarrow x = 2\\[1em]\end{aligned}$$

Hence, option 1 is the correct option.

1(i)Exercise 15(A)

In the given figure, OD = 2 × OB, OC = 2 × OA and CD = 2 × AB then △ AOB ~ △ COD by :

In the given figure, OD = 2 × OB, OC = 2 × OA and CD = 2 × AB then △ AOB ~ △ COD by : Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given,

⇒ OD = 2 × OB

⇒ $\frac{OD}{OB}$ = 2 .......(1)

⇒ OC = 2 × OA

⇒ $\frac{OC}{OA}$ = 2 .......(2)

⇒ CD = 2 × AB

⇒ $\frac{CD}{AB}$ = 2 .......(3)

From equation (1), (2) and (3), we get :

⇒ $\frac{OD}{OB} = \frac{OC}{OA} = \frac{CD}{AB}$

∴ △ AOB ~ △ COD (By S.S.S. postulate)

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

1(j)Exercise 15(A)

Are the two congruent triangles always similar?

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Two congruent triangles have equal corresponding angles, and equal corresponding sides (same lengths).

Two similar triangles only require equal corresponding angles and proportional corresponding sides (not necessarily equal).

Hence, option 1 is the correct option.

1(k)Exercise 15(A)

If $\frac{\text{AB}}{\text{DE}} = \frac{\text{BC}}{\text{EF}} = \frac{\text{AC}}{\text{DF}}$, then :

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In Δ ABC and Δ DEF,

$\frac{\text{AB}}{\text{DE}} = \frac{\text{BC}}{\text{EF}} = \frac{\text{AC}}{\text{DF}}$

From above equation, we can conclude

AB corresponds to DE, BC corresponds to EF and AC corresponds to DF.

∴ Δ ABC ∼ Δ DEF (By SSS postulates)

Hence, option 2 is the correct option.

1(l)Exercise 15(A)

If Δ ABC ∼ Δ DEF, then

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$\frac{\text{AC}}{\text{DF}} = \frac{\text{AB}}{\text{DE}}$

Reason

In Δ ABC ∼ Δ DEF, we can conclude :

AB corresponds to DE, BC corresponds to EF and AC corresponds to DF.

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangles are equal.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{AB}}{\text{DE}} = \frac{\text{BC}}{\text{EF}} = \frac{\text{AC}}{\text{DF}} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{AC}{DF}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, option 3 is the correct option.

2Exercise 15(A)

In triangle ABC and DEF, ∠A = ∠D, ∠B = ∠E and ∠C = ∠F. Also, AL and DM are medians. Prove that $\frac{\text{BC}}{\text{EF}} = \frac{\text{AL}}{\text{DM}}$.

In triangle ABC and DEF, ∠A = ∠D, ∠B = ∠E and ∠C = ∠F. Also, AL and DM are medians. Prove that BC/EF = AL/DM. Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In Δ ABC and Δ DEF,

⇒ ∠A = ∠D (Given)

⇒ ∠B = ∠E (Given)

⇒ ∠C = ∠F (Given)

∴ Δ ABC ∼ Δ DEF (By AAA postulate)

Since, AL and DM are medians of triangles ABC and DEF respectively.

∴ BL = $\frac{1}{2}BC$ and EM = $\frac{1}{2}EF$

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{BC}{EF}....................(1)\\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{\frac{1}{2}BC}{\frac{1}{2}EF}\\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{BL}{EM} .........................(2)\end{aligned}$$

In Δ ABL and Δ DEM,

⇒ ∠B = ∠E (Given)

⇒ $\frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{BL}{EM}$ [From equation (2)]

∴ Δ ABL ∼ Δ DEM (By SAS postulates)

As, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$\therefore \frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{AL}{DM}$ .........(3)

From equation (1) and (3), we get :

$\Rightarrow \frac{\text{BC}}{\text{EF}} = \frac{\text{AL}}{\text{DM}}$

Hence, proved that $\frac{\text{BC}}{\text{EF}} = \frac{\text{AL}}{\text{DM}}$

3Exercise 15(A)

In triangle ABC, AD is perpendicular to side BC and AD2 = BD × CD.

Show that angle BAC = 90°.

In triangle ABC, AD is perpendicular to side BC and AD^2 = BD × DC. Show that angle BAC = 90°. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Triangle ABC is shown in the figure below:

In triangle ABC, AD is perpendicular to side BC and AD^2 = BD × DC. Show that angle BAC = 90°. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Given :

AD2 = BD × DC

⇒ $\frac{AD}{DC} = \frac{BD}{AD}$

∠ADB = ∠ADC [Both = 90°]

∴ △DBA ~ △DAC (By SAS).

Since, triangles are similar they will be equiangular.

∴ ∠1 = ∠C and ∠2 = ∠B

⇒ ∠1 + ∠2 = ∠B + ∠C

⇒ ∠A = ∠B + ∠C

By angle sum property :

⇒ ∠A + ∠B + ∠C = 180°

⇒ ∠A + ∠A = 180°

⇒ 2∠A = 180°

⇒ ∠A = 90°.

From figure,

⇒ ∠BAC = ∠A = 90°.

Hence, proved that ∠BAC = 90°.

4Exercise 15(A)

In the given figure, Δ ABC and Δ DEF are similar, BM and EN are their medians. If Δ ABC is similar to Δ DEF, prove that :

In the given figure, Δ ABC and Δ DEF are similar, BM and EN are their medians. If Δ ABC is similar to Δ DEF, prove that. Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

(i) Δ AMB ∼ Δ DNE

(ii) Δ CMB ∼ Δ FNE

(iii) $\frac{BM}{EN} = \frac{AC}{DF}$

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(i) Given,

Since, BM and EN are medians of triangles ABC and DEF respectively.

∴ AM = $\frac{1}{2}AC$ and DN = $\frac{1}{2}DF$

Given,

Δ ABC ∼ Δ DEF

∴ ∠A = ∠D (Corresponding angles of similar triangles are equal)

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{AC}{DF} ....................(1)\\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{\frac{1}{2}AC}{\frac{1}{2}DF}\\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{AM}{DN} .........................(2)\end{aligned}$$

In Δ AMB and Δ DNE,

⇒ ∠A = ∠D (Proved above)

⇒ $\frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{AM}{DN}$ [From equation (2)]

∴ Δ AMB ∼ Δ DNE (By SAS postulate)

Hence, proved that Δ AMB ∼ Δ DNE.

(ii) Given,

Since, BM and EN are medians of triangles ABC and DEF respectively.

∴ MC = $\frac{1}{2}AC$ and NF = $\frac{1}{2}DF$

Given,

Δ ABC ∼ Δ DEF

⇒ ∠C = ∠F (Corresponding angles of similar triangles are equal)

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{BC}{EF} = \frac{AC}{DF} ....................(3)\\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{BC}{EF} = \frac{\frac{1}{2}AC}{\frac{1}{2}DF}\\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{BC}{EF} = \frac{MC}{NF} .........................(4)\end{aligned}$$

In Δ CMB and Δ FNE,

⇒ ∠C = ∠F (Proved above)

⇒ $\frac{BC}{EF} = \frac{MC}{NF}$ [From equation (4)]

∴ Δ CMB ∼ Δ FNE (By SAS postulate)

Hence, proved that Δ CMB ∼ Δ FNE.

(iii) Given,

Δ ABC ∼ Δ DEF

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$\therefore \frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{AC}{DF}$ .......(5)

Δ AMB ∼ Δ DNE

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$\therefore \frac{BM}{EN} = \frac{AB}{DE}$ ......(6)

From equation (5) and (6), we get :

$\Rightarrow \frac{BM}{EN} = \frac{AC}{DF}$

Hence, proved that $\frac{BM}{EN} = \frac{AC}{DF}$.

5Exercise 15(A)

In the given figure, Δ ABC is isosceles and AP x BQ = AC2, prove that Δ ACP ∼ Δ BCQ.

In the given figure, Δ ABC is isosceles and AP x BQ = AC2, prove that Δ ACP ∼ Δ BCQ. Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given,

⇒ AP x BQ = AC2

⇒ AP x BQ = AC x AC

⇒ AP x BQ = AC x BC (From figure, AC = BC)

⇒ $\frac{AP}{BC} = \frac{AC}{BQ}$ ........................(1)

Since, AC = BC

⇒ ∠CAB = ∠CBA ...............(2) [Angles opposite to equal sides are equal]

⇒ 180° - ∠CAB = 180° - ∠CBA

⇒ ∠CAP = ∠CBQ ...................(3)

In Δ ACP and Δ BCQ,

⇒ ∠CAP = ∠CBQ [From equation (3)]

⇒ $\frac{AP}{BC} = \frac{AC}{BQ}$ [From equation (1)]

∴ Δ ACP ∼ Δ BCQ (By SAS postulates)

Hence, proved that Δ ACP ∼ Δ BCQ.

6Exercise 15(A)

In the figure, given below, straight lines AB and CD intersect at P; and AC || BD. Prove that:

(i) ∆APC and ∆BPD are similar.

(ii) If BD = 2.4 cm, AC = 3.6 cm, PD = 4.0 cm and PB = 3.2 cm; find the lengths of PA and PC.

In the figure, straight lines AB and CD intersect at P; and AC || BD. Prove that (i) ∆APC and ∆BPD are similar. (ii) If BD = 2.4 cm, AC = 3.6 cm, PD = 4.0 cm and PB = 3.2 cm; find the lengths of PA and PC. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In ∆APC and ∆BPD, we have

∠APC = ∠BPD [Vertically opposite angles are equal]

∠ACP = ∠BDP [Alternate angles (as, AC || BD) are equal]

∴ ∆APC ~ ∆BPD [By A.A.]

Hence, proved that ∆APC ~ ∆BPD.

(ii) In similar triangles the ratio of corresponding sides are equal.

$\frac{\text{AC}}{\text{BD}} = \frac{\text{PA}}{\text{PB}}$ ..............(1) and,

$\frac{\text{AC}}{\text{BD}} = \frac{\text{PC}}{\text{PD}}$ ...............(2)

Solving (1) we get,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{\text{AC}}{\text{BD}} = \frac{\text{PA}}{\text{PB}} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{3.6}{2.4} = \frac{\text{PA}}{3.2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{PA} = \frac{3.6}{2.4} \times 3.2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{PA} = \frac{3}{2} \times 3.2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{PA} = 4.8 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Solving (2) we get,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{\text{AC}}{\text{BD}} = \frac{\text{PC}}{\text{PD}} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{3.6}{2.4} = \frac{\text{PC}}{4} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{PC} = \frac{3.6}{2.4} \times 4 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{PC} = \frac{3}{2} \times 4 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{PC} = 6 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, PA = 4.8 cm and PC = 6 cm.

7Exercise 15(A)

In the given figure, AB || DC, BO = 6 cm and DQ = 8 cm; find: BP x DO.

In the figure, AB || DC, BO = 6 cm and DQ = 8 cm; find: BP x DO. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In ΔDOQ and ΔBOP,

As AB || DC so, PB || DQ and BD is transversal.

∴ ∠QDO = ∠PBO [Alternate angles]

∠DOQ = ∠BOP [Vertically opposite angles are equal]

Hence, ∆DOQ ~ ∆BOP [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional we have :

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{DO}{BO} = \frac{DQ}{BP} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{DO}{6} = \frac{8}{BP} \\[1em] \Rightarrow BP \times DO = 8 \times 6 = 48 \text{ cm}^2. \\[1em]\end{aligned}$$

Hence, BP x DO = 48 cm2.

8Exercise 15(A)

Given: ∠GHE = ∠DFE = 90°, DH = 8, DF = 12, DG = 3x – 1 and DE = 4x + 2.

Find: the lengths of segments DG and DE.

Given: ∠GHE = ∠DFE = 90°, DH = 8, DF = 12, DG = 3x – 1 and DE = 4x + 2. Find: the lengths of segments DG and DE. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In ΔDHG and ΔDFE,

⇒ ∠GHD = ∠DFE = 90°

⇒ ∠D = ∠D [Common]

Thus, ∆DHG ~ ∆DFE [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional we have :

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{DH}{DF} = \frac{DG}{DE} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{8}{12} = \frac{(3x – 1)}{(4x + 2)} \\[1em] \Rightarrow 8(4x + 2) = 12(3x – 1) \\[1em] \Rightarrow 32x + 16 = 36x - 12 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 36x - 32x = 12 + 16 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 4x = 28 \\[1em] \Rightarrow x = 7.\end{aligned}$$

DG = 3x - 1 = 3(7) - 1 = 21 - 1 = 20,

DE = 4x + 2 = 4(7) + 2 = 28 + 2 = 30.

Hence, DG = 20 and DE = 30.

9Exercise 15(A)

In △PQR, ∠Q = 90° and QM is perpendicular to PR. Prove that :

(i) PQ2 = PM × PR

(ii) QR2 = PR × MR

(iii) PQ2 + QR2 = PR2

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△PQR is shown in the figure below:

In △PQR, ∠Q = 90° and QM is perpendicular to PR. Prove that (i) PQ^2 = PM × PR (ii) QR^2 = PR × MR (iii) PQ^2 + QR^2 = PR^2. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

(i) In △PQR and △PMQ,

⇒ ∠PMQ = ∠PQR [Both = 90°]

⇒ ∠QPM = ∠RPQ [Common]

∴ △PQR ~ △PMQ [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional we have :

⇒ $\frac{PQ}{PR} = \frac{PM}{PQ}$

⇒ PQ2 = PM × PR

Hence, proved that PQ2 = PM × PR.

(ii) In △QRM and △PRQ,

⇒ ∠QMR = ∠PQR [Both = 90°]

⇒ ∠QRM = ∠QRP [Common]

∴ △QRM ~ △PRQ [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional we have :

⇒ $\frac{QR}{PR} = \frac{MR}{QR}$

⇒ QR2 = PR × MR

Hence, proved that QR2 = PR × MR.

(iii) Adding equations from (i) and (ii) we get,

⇒ PQ2 + QR2 = PM × PR + PR × MR .........(1)

⇒ PQ2 + QR2 = PR(PM + MR)

From figure,

PM + MR = PR

⇒ PQ2 + QR2 = PR2.

Hence, proved that PQ2 + QR2 = PR2.

10Exercise 15(A)

In △ABC, ∠B = 90° and BD ⊥ AC.

(i) If CD = 10 cm and BD = 8 cm; find AD.

(ii) If AC = 18 cm and AD = 6 cm; find BD.

(iii) If AC = 9 cm and AB = 7 cm; find AD.

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△ABC is shown in the figure below:

In △ABC, ∠B = 90° and BD ⊥ AC. (i) If CD = 10 cm and BD = 8 cm; find AD. (ii) If AC = 18 cm and AD = 6 cm; find BD. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

(i) In △CDB,

⇒ ∠1 + ∠2 + ∠3 = 180° (Sum of angles of triangle = 180°)

⇒ ∠1 + ∠3 + 90° = 180°

⇒ ∠1 + ∠3 = 90° ..........(1)

From figure,

⇒ ∠B = 90°

⇒ ∠3 + ∠4 = 90° ..........(2)

From (1) and (2) we get,

⇒ ∠1 + ∠3 = ∠3 + ∠4

⇒ ∠1 = ∠4.

From figure,

⇒ ∠2 = ∠5 [Both = 90°]

∴ △CDB ~ △BDA [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional we have :

$\frac{CD}{BD} = \frac{BD}{AD}$ ..........(3)

Substituting values we get :

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{10}{8} = \frac{8}{AD} \\[1em] \Rightarrow AD = \frac{8^2}{10} \\[1em] \Rightarrow AD = \frac{64}{10} = 6.4 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, AD = 6.4 cm.

(ii) From figure,

CD = AC - AD = 18 - 6 = 12 cm.

Substituting values in (3) we get :

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{12}{BD} = \frac{BD}{6} \\[1em] \Rightarrow BD^2 = 12 \times 6 \\[1em] \Rightarrow BD^2 = 72 \\[1em] \Rightarrow BD = \sqrt{72} = 6\sqrt{2} = 8.5\text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, BD = 8.5 cm.

(iii) In △ABC and △ABD,

⇒ ∠ADB = ∠ABC [Both = 90°]

⇒ ∠ABD = ∠ACB [As ∠1 = ∠4]

∴ △ABC ~ △ABD [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional we have :

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AD}{AB} = \frac{AB}{AC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AD}{7} = \frac{7}{9} \\[1em] \Rightarrow AD = 7 \times \frac{7}{9} = \frac{49}{9} = 5\frac{4}{9} \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, AD = $5\frac{4}{9}$ cm.

11Exercise 15(A)

In the right-angled triangle QPR. PM is an altitude.

Given that QR = 8 cm and MQ = 3.5 cm, calculate the value of PR.

In the right-angled triangle QPR. PM is an altitude. Given that QR = 8 cm and MQ = 3.5 cm, calculate the value of PR. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In △PQR and △MPR,

∠QPR = ∠PMR = 90°

∠PRQ = ∠PRM (Common)

∴ △PQR ~ △MPR [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{QR}{PR} = \frac{PR}{MR} \\[1em] \Rightarrow PR^2 = QR \times MR \\[1em] \Rightarrow PR^2 = 8 \times (8 - 3.5) \\[1em] \Rightarrow PR^2 = 8 \times 4.5 = 36 \\[1em] \Rightarrow PR = \sqrt{36} = 6 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, PR = 6 cm.

1More Practices

In a trapezium ABCD, side AB is parallel to side DC; and the diagonals AC and BD intersect each other at point P. Prove that:

(i) ΔAPB is similar to ΔCPD.

(ii) PA x PD = PB x PC.

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Trapezium ABCD is shown in the figure below:

In a trapezium ABCD, side AB is parallel to side DC; and the diagonals AC and BD intersect each other at point P. Prove that (i) ΔAPB is similar to ΔCPD. (ii) PA x PD = PB x PC. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

(i) In ∆APB and ∆CPD, we have

∠APB = ∠CPD [Vertically opposite angles]

∠ABP = ∠CDP [Alternate angles (as AB||DC) are equal]

∴ ∆APB ~ ∆CPD [By A.A.]

Hence, proved that ∆APB ~ ∆CPD.

(ii) We know that,

In similar triangles the ratio of corresponding sides are equal.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{PA}}{\text{PC}} = \frac{\text{PB}}{\text{PD}} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{PA} \times \text{PD} = \text{PB} \times \text{PC}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, proved that PA x PD = PB x PC.

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P is a point on side BC of a parallelogram ABCD. If DP produced meets AB produced at point L, prove that:

(i) DP : PL = DC : BL.

(ii) DL : DP = AL : DC.

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Parallelogram ABCD is shown in the figure below:

P is a point on side BC of a parallelogram ABCD. If DP produced meets AB produced at point L, prove that (i) DP : PL = DC : BL. (ii) DL : DP = AL : DC. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

(i) In ∆DPC and ∆BPL, we have

∠DPC = ∠BPL [Vertically opposite angles area equal]

∠DCP = ∠PBL [Alternate angles (as AB || DC) are equal]

∴ ∆DPC ~ ∆BPL [By A.A.]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$\therefore \frac{DP}{PL} = \frac{DC}{BL}$.

i.e., DP : PL = DC : BL.

Hence, proved that DP : PL = DC : BL.

(ii) From part (i) we get,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{DP}{PL} = \frac{DC}{BL} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{PL}{DP} = \frac{BL}{DC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{PL}{DP} + 1 = \frac{BL}{DC} + 1 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{PL + DP}{DP} = \frac{BL + DC}{DC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Since, AB = DC as ABCD is a || gm} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{PL + DP}{DP} = \frac{BL + AB}{DC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{DL}{DP} = \frac{AL}{DC}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, proved that DL : DP = AL : DC.

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In ΔABC, angle ABC is equal to twice the angle ACB, and bisector of angle ABC meets the opposite side at point P. Show that :

(i) CB : BA = CP : PA

(ii) AB x BC = BP x CA

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ΔABC is shown in the figure below:

In ΔABC, angle ABC is equal to twice the angle ACB, and bisector of angle ABC meets the opposite side at point P. Show that (i) CB : BA = CP : PA. (ii) AB x BC = BP x CA. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

(i) Let ∠ACB = x, so ∠ABC = 2x.

Since, BP is the bisector of ∠ABC.

So, ∠ABP = ∠PBC = x.

By angle bisector theorem,

The internal bisector of an angle of a triangle divides the opposite side internally in the ratio of the sides containing the angle.

$\therefore \frac{CB}{BA} = \frac{CP}{PA}$

i.e. CB : BA = CP : PA.

Hence, proved that CB : BA = CP : PA.

(ii) From figure,

∠APB = ∠PBC + ∠PCB = 2x. [Exterior angle is equal to the sum of opposite two interior angles].

∴ ∠APB = ∠ABC

∠BCP = ∠ABP [Both = x]

∴ △ABC ~ △APB [By A.A.]

Since corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional we have,

⇒ $\frac{CA}{AB} = \frac{BC}{BP}$

⇒ AB x BC = BP x CA

Hence, proved that AB x BC = BP x CA.

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In the given figure, DE || BC, AE = 15 cm, EC = 9 cm, NC = 6 cm and BN = 24 cm.

(i) Write all possible pairs of similar triangles.

(ii) Find the lengths of ME and DM.

In the figure, DE || BC, AE = 15 cm, EC = 9 cm, NC = 6 cm and BN = 24 cm. (i) Write all possible pairs of similar triangles. (ii) Find the lengths of ME and DM. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In ΔAME and ΔANC,

⇒ ∠AME = ∠ANC [Since DE || BC so, ME || NC and AN is transversal]

⇒ ∠MAE = ∠NAC [Common angle]

∴ ∆AME ~ ∆ANC [By AA]

In ΔADM and ΔABN,

⇒ ∠ADM = ∠ABN [Since DE || BC so, DM || BN and AB is transversal]

⇒ ∠DAM = ∠BAN [Common angle]

∴ ∆ADM ~ ∆ABN [By AA]

In ΔADE and ΔABC,

⇒ ∠ADE = ∠ABC [Since DE || BC and AB is transversal]

⇒ ∠AED = ∠ACB [Since DE || BC and AC is transversal]

∴ ∆ADE ~ ∆ABC [By AA]

Hence, ∆ADM ~ ∆ABN, ∆AME ~ ∆ANC and ∆ADE ~ ∆ABC.

(ii) Since, ∆AME ~ ∆ANC

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{ME}{NC} = \frac{AE}{AC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{ME}{6} = \frac{15}{15 + 9} \\[1em] \Rightarrow ME = \frac{15}{24} \times 6 \\[1em] \Rightarrow ME = 3.75 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Since, ∆ADE ~ ∆ABC [Proved above]

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$\frac{AD}{AB} = \frac{AE}{AC} = \frac{15}{24}$ ......... (1)

Also, ∆ADM ~ ∆ABN [Proved above]

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{DM}{BN} = \frac{AD}{AB} = \frac{15}{24} ........[From (1)] \\[1em] \therefore \frac{DM}{BN} = \frac{15}{24} \\[1em] DM = \frac{15}{24} \times BN = \frac{15}{24} \times 24 = 15 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, ME = 3.75 cm and DM = 15 cm.

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In the given figure, AD = AE and AD2 = BD x EC. Prove that: triangles ABD and CAE are similar.

In the given, AD = AE and AD^2 = BD x EC. Prove that: triangles ABD and CAE are similar. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

⇒ ∠ADE = ∠AED [Angles opposite to equal sides of a triangle are equal].

⇒ 180° - ∠ADE = 180° - ∠AED

⇒ ∠ADB = ∠AEC

Given,

⇒ AD2 = BD x EC

⇒ AD x AD = BD x EC

⇒ AD x AE = BD x EC

⇒ $\frac{AD}{EC} = \frac{BD}{AE}$

∴ △ABD ~ △CAE [By SAS]

Hence, proved that △ABD ~ △CAE.

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State, true or false:

(i) Two similar polygons are necessarily congruent.

(ii) Two congruent polygons are necessarily similar.

(iii) All equiangular triangles are similar.

(iv) All isosceles triangles are similar.

(v) Two isosceles-right triangles are similar.

(vi) Two isosceles triangles are similar, if an angle of one is congruent to the corresponding angle of the other.

(vii) The diagonals of a trapezium, divide each other into proportional segments.

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(i) False

(ii) True

(iii) True

(iv) False

(v) True

(vi) True

(vii) True

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D is a point on the side BC of triangle ABC such that angle ADC is equal to angle BAC. Prove that: CA2 = CB x CD.

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In ΔADC and ΔBAC,

D is a point on the side BC of triangle ABC such that angle ADC is equal to angle BAC. Prove that: CA^2 = CB x CD. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

⇒ ∠ADC = ∠BAC [Given]

⇒ ∠ACD = ∠ACB [Common]

∴ ∆ADC ~ ∆BAC [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional we have :

⇒ $\frac{CA}{CB} = \frac{CD}{CA}$

⇒ CA2 = CB x CD.

Hence, proved that CA2 = CB x CD.

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In the given figure, ΔABC and ΔAMP are right angled at B and M respectively.

Given AC = 10 cm, AP = 15 cm and PM = 12 cm.

(i) Prove that : ∆ABC ~ ∆AMP.

(ii) Find AB and BC.

In the figure, ΔABC and ΔAMP are right angled at B and M respectively. Given AC = 10 cm, AP = 15 cm and PM = 12 cm. (i) Prove that : ∆ABC ~ ∆AMP. (ii) Find AB and BC. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In ∆ABC and ∆AMP, we have

⇒ ∠BAC = ∠PAM [Common]

⇒ ∠ABC = ∠PMA [Each = 90°]

∴ ∆ABC ~ ∆AMP [By AA]

Hence, proved that, ∆ABC ~ ∆AMP.

(ii) In right angle triangle AMP,

By pythagoras theorem,

⇒ AP2 = AM2 + MP2

⇒ AM2 = AP2 - MP2

⇒ AM2 = 152 - 122

⇒ AM2 = 225 - 144

⇒ AM2 = 81

⇒ AM = $\sqrt{81}$ = 9 cm.

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional we have :

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AB}{AM} = \frac{AC}{AP} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AB}{9} = \frac{10}{15} \\[1em] \Rightarrow AB = 9 \times \frac{10}{15} \\[1em] \Rightarrow AB = 6 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Also,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{BC}{MP} = \frac{AC}{AP} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{BC}{12} = \frac{10}{15} \\[1em] \Rightarrow BC = 12 \times \frac{10}{15} \\[1em] \Rightarrow BC = 8 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, AB = 6 cm and BC = 8 cm.

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In the figure, PQRS is a parallelogram with PQ = 16 cm and QR = 10 cm. L is a point on PR such that RL : LP = 2 : 3. QL produced meets RS at M and PS produced at N. Find the lengths of PN and RM.

In the figure, PQRS is a parallelogram with PQ = 16 cm and QR = 10 cm, L is a point on PR such that RL : LP = 2 : 3. QL produced meets RS at M and PS produced at N. Find the lengths of PN and RM. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In △RLQ and △PLN,

⇒ ∠RLQ = ∠PLN [Vertically opposite angles are equal]

⇒ ∠LRQ = ∠LPN [Alternate angles are equal]

∴ △RLQ ~ △PLN [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional we have :

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{RL}{LP} = \frac{RQ}{PN} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{2}{3} = \frac{10}{PN} \\[1em] \Rightarrow PN = \frac{30}{2} = 15 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

In △RLM and △PLQ,

⇒ ∠RLM = ∠PLQ [Vertically opposite angles are equal]

⇒ ∠LRM = ∠LPQ [Alternate angles are equal]

∴ △RLM ~ △PLQ [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional we have :

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{RM}{PQ} = \frac{RL}{LP} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{RM}{16} = \frac{2}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow RM = \frac{32}{3} = 10\frac{2}{3} \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, PN = 15 cm and RM = $10 \frac{2}{3}$ cm.

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In the given figure, AB || EF || DC; AB = 67.5 cm, DC = 40.5 cm and AE = 52.5 cm.

(i) Name the three pairs of similar triangles.

(ii) Find the length of EC and EF.

In the figure, AB || EF || DC; AB = 67.5 cm, DC = 40.5 cm and AE = 52.5 cm. (i) Name the three pairs of similar triangles. (ii) Find the length of EC and EF. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) The three pairs of similar triangle are :

In △BEF and △BDC

⇒ ∠FBE = ∠CBD [Common angle]

⇒ ∠BFE = ∠BCD [Corresponding angles are equal]

∴ △BEF ~ △BDC [By AA]

In △CEF and △CAB

⇒ ∠FCE = ∠BCA [Common angle]

⇒ ∠CFE = ∠CBA [Corresponding angles are equal]

∴ △CEF ~ △CAB [By AA]

In △ABE and △CDE

⇒ ∠AEB = ∠CED [Vertically opposite angles are equal]

⇒ ∠BAE = ∠ECD [Alternate angles are equal]

∴ △ABE ~ △CDE [By AA]

(ii) Since, △ABE and △CDE are similar,

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{AB}{CD} = \frac{AE}{CE} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{67.5}{40.5} = \frac{52.5}{CE} \\[1em] \Rightarrow CE = \frac{40.5 \times 52.5}{67.5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow CE = 31.5 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Since, △CEF and △CAB are similar,

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{CE}{CA} = \frac{EF}{AB} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{31.5}{CE + AE} = \frac{EF}{67.5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{31.5}{31.5 + 52.5} = \frac{EF}{67.5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow EF = \frac{31.5 \times 67.5}{84} \\[1em] \Rightarrow EF = \frac{2126.25}{84} \\[1em] \Rightarrow EF = 25\frac{5}{16}\text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, CE = 31.5 cm and EF = $25\frac{5}{16}$ cm.

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In the given figure, P is a point on AB such that AP : PB = 4 : 3. PQ is parallel to AC.

(i) Calculate the ratio PQ : AC, giving reason for your answer.

(ii) In triangle ARC, ∠ARC = 90° and in triangle PQS, ∠PSQ = 90°. Given QS = 6 cm, calculate the length of AR.

In the given figure, P is a point on AB such that AP : PB = 4 : 3. PQ is parallel to AC. (i) Calculate the ratio PQ : AC, giving reason for your answer. (ii) In triangle ARC, ∠ARC = 90° and in triangle PQS, ∠PSQ = 90°. Given QS = 6 cm, calculate the length of AR. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) Given,

AP : PB = 4 : 3

Let AP = 4x and PB = 3x.

From figure,

AB = AP + PB = 4x + 3x = 7x.

PB : AB = 3x : 7x = 3 : 7.

In △PQB and △ACB,

QP || AC

∠BPQ = ∠BAC (Corresponding angles are equal)

∠BQP = ∠BCA (Corresponding angles are equal)

△PQB ~ △ACB.

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

$\therefore \frac{PQ}{AC} = \frac{PB}{AB} = \frac{3}{7}$.

Hence, PQ : AC = 3 : 7.

(ii) In △ARC and △QSP,

∠ARC = ∠QSP = 90°

∠ACR = ∠SPQ (Alternate angles are equal)

∴ △ARC ~ △QSP [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AR}{QS} = \frac{AC}{PQ} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AR}{6} = \frac{7}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow AR = 6 \times \frac{7}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow AR = 14 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, AR = 14 cm.

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In the figure, given below, the medians BD and CE of a triangle ABC meet at G. Prove that :

(i) △EGD ~ △CGB and

(ii) BG = 2GD from (i) above.

In the figure, given below, the medians BD and CE of a triangle ABC meet at G. Prove that : (i) △EGD ~ △CGB and (ii) BG = 2GD from (i) above. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) Since, BD and CE are medians.

So, E is mid-point of AB and D is mid-point of AC.

By converse of mid-point theorem,

ED || BC and ED = $\frac{1}{2}$BC

$\frac{ED}{BC} = \frac{1}{2}$ .....(1)

In △EGD and △CGB,

∠EGD = ∠BGC (Vertically opposite angles are equal)

∠DEG = ∠GCB (Alternate angles are equal)

∴ △EGD ~ △CGB [By AA].

Hence, proved that △EGD ~ △CGB.

(ii) Since, corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{BG}{GD} = \frac{ED}{BC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{BG}{GD} = \frac{1}{2} \space .....\text{ (From 1)} \\[1em] \Rightarrow BG = 2GD.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, proved that BG = 2GD.

1(a)Exercise 15(B)

In the given figure, DE is parallel to BC. If AD : BD = 3 : 5 then DE : BC is :

In the given figure, DE is parallel to BC. If AD : BD = 3 : 5 then DE : BC is : Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

In △ DAE and △ BAC,

⇒ ∠DAE = ∠BAC (Common angle)

⇒ ∠EDA = ∠CBA (Corresponding angles are equal)

∴ △ DAE ~ △ BAC (By A.A. postulate)

Given,

AD : BD = 3 : 5

Let AD = 3x and BD = 5x.

From figure,

AB = AD + BD = 3x + 5x = 8x.

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangle are in proportion.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{DE}{BC} = \frac{AD}{AB} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{DE}{BC} = \frac{3x}{8x} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{DE}{BC} = \frac{3}{8} \\[1em] \Rightarrow DE : BC = 3 : 8.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, Option 1 is the correct option.

1(b)Exercise 15(B)

If AD = AE and BD = CE then :

If AD = AE and BD = CE then : Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given,

⇒ AD = AE = x (let)

⇒ BD = CE = y (let)

From figure,

⇒ AB = AD + BD = x + y

⇒ AC = AE + EC = x + y

In △ ADE and △ ABC,

⇒ ∠DAE = ∠BAC

⇒ $\frac{AD}{AB} = \frac{AE}{AC} = \frac{x}{x + y}$

∴ △ ADE ~ △ ABC (By S.A.S. postulate)

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

1(c)Exercise 15(B)

In the given figure,

AB = 10 cm, CD = 8 cm = OB, then OD is equal to :

In the given figure, AB = 10 cm, CD = 8 cm = OB, then OD is equal to : Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

In △ AOB and △ COD,

⇒ ∠AOB = ∠COD (Vertically opposite angles are equal)

⇒ ∠OAB = ∠OCD (Alternate angles are equal)

∴ △ AOB ~ △ COD (By A.A. postulate)

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangle are in proportion.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{OB}{OD} = \frac{AB}{CD} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{8}{OD} = \frac{10}{8} \\[1em] \Rightarrow OD = \frac{8 \times 8}{10} \\[1em] \Rightarrow OD = \frac{64}{10} = 6.4 \text{ cm}\end{aligned}$$

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

1(d)Exercise 15(B)

In the given figure, AE : EC = 2 : 3 and BC = 20 cm then DE is equal to :

In the given figure, AE : EC = 2 : 3 and BC = 20 cm then DE is equal to : Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

In △ ADE and △ ABC,

⇒ ∠DAE = ∠BAC (Common angle)

⇒ ∠ADE = ∠ABC (Corresponding angles are equal)

∴ △ ADE ~ △ ABC (By A.A. postulate)

Given,

AE : EC = 2 : 3

Let AE = 2x and EC = 3x.

From figure,

AC = AE + EC = 2x + 3x = 5x.

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangle are in proportion.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{DE}{BC} = \frac{AE}{AC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{DE}{20} = \frac{2x}{5x} \\[1em] \Rightarrow DE = 20 \times \frac{2}{5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow DE = \frac{40}{5} = 8\text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

1(e)Exercise 15(B)

Two congruent triangles are :

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We know that,

Two congruent triangles are equal in area as well are similar.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

2Exercise 15(B)

In the following figure, point D divides AB in the ratio 3 : 5. Find:

(i) $\frac{\text{AE}}{\text{EC}}$

(ii) $\frac{\text{AD}}{\text{AB}}$

(iii) $\frac{\text{AE}}{\text{AC}}$

Also if,

(iv) DE = 2.4 cm, find the length of BC.

(v) BC = 4.8 cm, find the length of DE.

In the figure, point D divides AB in the ratio 3 : 5. Find AC/EC, AD/AB, AE/AC, DE = 2.4 cm, find the length of BC, BC = 4.8 cm, find the length of DE. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) Given,

$\frac{AD}{DB} = \frac{3}{5}$ and DE || BC.

By basic proportionality theorem we have :

A line drawn parallel to one side of triangle divides the other two sides proportionally.

$\therefore \frac{AE}{EC} = \frac{AD}{DB} = \frac{3}{5}.$

Hence, AE : EC = 3 : 5.

(ii) Given,

$\frac{AD}{DB} = \frac{3}{5}$

Let AD = 3x and DB = 5x.

AB = AD + DB = 3x + 5x = 8x.

$\frac{AD}{AB} = \frac{3x}{8x} = \frac{3}{8}$ = 3 : 8.

Hence, AD : AB = 3 : 8.

(iii) Given,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AE}{EC} = \frac{3}{5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{EC}{AE} = \frac{5}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{EC}{AE} + 1 = \frac{5}{3} + 1 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{EC + AE}{AE} = \frac{5 + 3}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AC}{AE} = \frac{8}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AE}{AC} = \frac{3}{8}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, AE : AC = 3 : 8.

(iv) In ∆ADE and ∆ABC,

∠ADE = ∠ABC [As DE || BC, Corresponding angles are equal.]

∠A = ∠A [Common angles]

Hence, ∆ADE ~ ∆ABC by AA criterion for similarity.

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional we have :

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AD}{AB} = \frac{DE}{BC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{3}{8} = \frac{2.4}{BC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow BC = \frac{8 \times 2.4}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow BC = 6.4 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, BC = 6.4 cm.

(v) Since, ∆ADE ~ ∆ABC by AA criterion for similarity

So, we have

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AD}{AB} = \frac{DE}{BC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{3}{8} = \frac{DE}{4.8} \\[1em] \Rightarrow DE = \frac{3 \times 4.8}{8} \\[1em] \Rightarrow DE = 1.8 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, DE = 1.8 cm.

3Exercise 15(B)

In the given figure, PQ || AB; CQ = 4.8 cm, QB = 3.6 cm and AB = 6.3 cm. Find :

(i) $\frac{CP}{PA}$

(ii) PQ

(iii) If AP = x, then the value of AC in terms of x.

In the figure, PQ || AB; CQ = 4.8 cm, QB = 3.6 cm and AB = 6.3 cm. Find CP/PA, PQ. If AP = x, then the value of AC in terms of x. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) Given PQ || AB,

By basic proportionality theorem :

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{CP}{PA} = \frac{CQ}{BQ} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{CP}{PA} = \frac{4.8}{3.6} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{CP}{PA} = \frac{4}{3}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, ratio = 4 : 3.

(ii) In ∆CPQ and ∆CAB,

∠CPQ = ∠CAB [As PQ || AB, corresponding angles are equal.]

∠PCQ = ∠ACB [Common angle]

∴ ∆CPQ ~ ∆CAB [By AA].

From figure,

CB = CQ + QB = 4.8 + 3.6 = 8.4

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional we have :

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{PQ}{AB} = \frac{CQ}{CB} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{PQ}{6.3} = \frac{4.8}{8.4} \\[1em] \Rightarrow PQ = 6.3 \times \frac{4}{7} = 3.6 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, PQ = 3.6 cm

(iii) As, ∆CPQ ~ ∆CAB.

We have,

$$\begin{aligned}\frac{CP}{AC} = \frac{CQ}{CB} \\[1em] \frac{CP}{AC} = \frac{4.8}{8.4} \\[1em] \frac{CP}{AC} = \frac{4}{7}.\end{aligned}$$

So, if AC is 7 parts and CP is 4 parts, then PA is 3 parts.

Given, AP = x

or, 3 parts = x

⇒ 1 part = $\frac{x}{3}$

⇒ 7 parts = $\frac{7x}{3}$.

Hence, AC = $\frac{7x}{3}$.

4Exercise 15(B)

A line PQ is drawn parallel to the side BC of ΔABC which cuts side AB at P and side AC at Q. If AB = 9.0 cm, CA = 6.0 cm and AQ = 4.2 cm, find the length of AP.

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Let AP = x cm.

From figure,

A line PQ is drawn parallel to the side BC of ΔABC which cuts side AB at P and side AC at Q. If AB = 9.0 cm, CA = 6.0 cm and AQ = 4.2 cm, find the length of AP. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

PB = AB - AP = 9 - x cm.

QC = AC - AQ = 6 - 4.2 = 1.8 cm.

Given PQ || AB,

By basic proportionality theorem :

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AP}{PB} = \frac{AQ}{QC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{x}{9 - x} = \frac{4.2}{1.8} \\[1em] \Rightarrow 1.8x = 4.2(9 - x) \\[1em] \Rightarrow 1.8x = 37.8 - 4.2x \\[1em] \Rightarrow 1.8x + 4.2x = 37.8 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 6x = 37.8 \\[1em] \Rightarrow x = 6.3 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, AP = 6.3 cm.

5Exercise 15(B)

In ΔABC, D and E are the points on sides AB and AC respectively.

Find whether DE || BC, if

(i) AB = 9 cm, AD = 4 cm, AE = 6 cm and EC = 7.5 cm.

(ii) AB = 6.3 cm, EC = 11.0 cm, AD = 0.8 cm and AE = 1.6 cm.

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(i) From figure,

In ΔABC, D and E are the points on sides AB and AC respectively. Find whether DE || BC, if (i) AB = 9 cm, AD = 4 cm, AE = 6 cm and EC = 7.5 cm. (ii) AB = 6.3 cm, EC = 11.0 cm, AD = 0.8 cm and EA = 1.6 cm. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

BD = AB - AD = 9 - 4 = 5 cm

In ∆ADE and ∆ABC,

$$\begin{aligned}\frac{AE}{EC} = \frac{6}{7.5} = \frac{4}{5} \\[1em] \frac{AD}{BD} = \frac{4}{5} \\[1em] \text{Since } \frac{AE}{EC} = \frac{AD}{BD}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, DE || BC by the converse of Basic proportionality theorem.

(ii) From figure,

BD = AB - AD = 6.3 - 0.8 = 5.5 cm

In ∆ADE and ∆ABC,

$$\begin{aligned}\frac{AE}{EC} = \frac{1.6}{11} = \frac{0.8}{5.5} \\[1em] \frac{AD}{BD} = \frac{0.8}{5.5} \\[1em] \text{Since } \frac{AE}{EC} = \frac{AD}{BD}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, DE || BC by the converse of Basic proportionality theorem.

6Exercise 15(B)

In the given figure, ΔABC ~ ΔADE. If AE : EC = 4 : 7 and DE = 6.6 cm, find BC. If 'x' be the length of the perpendicular from A to DE, find the length of perpendicular from A to BC in terms of 'x'.

In the figure, ΔABC ~ ΔADE. If AE : EC = 4 : 7 and DE = 6.6 cm, find BC. If x be the length of the perpendicular from A to DE, find the length of perpendicular from A to BC in terms of x. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given,

ΔABC ~ ΔADE

Given,

AE : EC = 4 : 7

Let AE = 4y and EC = 7y.

So, AC = 4y + 7y = 11y.

From figure,

In the figure, ΔABC ~ ΔADE. If AE : EC = 4 : 7 and DE = 6.6 cm, find BC. If x be the length of the perpendicular from A to DE, find the length of perpendicular from A to BC in terms of x. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional we have :

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AE}{AC} = \frac{DE}{BC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{4y}{11y} = \frac{6.6}{BC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{4}{11} = \frac{6.6}{BC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow BC = \frac{11 \times 6.6}{4} = 18.15 \text{ cm}\end{aligned}$$

As ΔABC ~ ΔADE, we have :

∠ABC = ∠ADE and ∠ACB = ∠AED

So, DE || BC as ∠ADE and ∠ABC are corresponding angles.

$\therefore \frac{AB}{AD} = \frac{AC}{AE} = \frac{11y}{4y} = \frac{11}{4}$

Let perpendicular from A to DE meet DE at point P. Then,

AP = x

Let perpendicular from A to BC meet BC at point Q.

In ∆ADP and ∆ABQ,

∠ADP = ∠ABQ [Corresponding angles are equal.]

∠APD = ∠AQB [Both = 90°]

∴ ∆ADP ~ ∆ABQ [By AA]

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AD}{AB} = \frac{AP}{AQ} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{4}{11} = \frac{x}{AQ} \\[1em] \Rightarrow AQ = \frac{11}{4}x.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, BC = 18.15 cm and AQ = $\frac{11}{4}x.$

7Exercise 15(B)

A line segment DE is drawn parallel to base BC of ∆ABC which cuts AB at point D and AC at point E. If AB = 5BD and EC = 3.2 cm, find the length of AE.

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Given,

⇒ AB = 5BD

⇒ AD + BD = 5BD

⇒ AD = 5BD - BD

⇒ AD = 4BD

⇒ $\frac{\text{AD}}{\text{BD}} = \frac{4}{1}$.

A line segment DE is drawn parallel to base BC of ∆ABC which cuts AB at point D and AC at point E. If AB = 5BD and EC = 3.2 cm, find the length of AE. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Given DE || BC,

by basic proportionality theorem :

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{AD}{BD} = \frac{AE}{EC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{4}{1} = \frac{AE}{3.2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow AE = 4 \times 3.2 = 12.8 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, AE = 12.8 cm

8Exercise 15(B)

In the figure, given below, AB, CD and EF are parallel lines. Given AB = 7.5 cm, DC = y cm, EF = 4.5 cm, BC = x cm and CE = 3 cm, calculate the values of x and y.

In the figure, AB, CD and EF are parallel lines. Given AB = 7.5 cm, DC = y cm, EF = 4.5 cm, BC = x cm and CE = 3 cm, calculate the values of x and y. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In ∆BEF,

DC || FE

So, by basic proportionality theorem,

$\frac{BD}{DF} = \frac{BC}{CE} = \frac{x}{3}$

$\frac{BD}{DF} = \frac{x}{3}$ .....(1)

Let BD = ax and DF = 3a.

From figure,

BF = BD + DF = ax + 3a = a(x + 3).

$\frac{BF}{DF} = \frac{a(x + 3)}{3a} = \frac{x + 3}{3}$ .....(2)

In ∆AFB and CDF,

∠AFB = ∠CFD [Common angles]

∠ABF = ∠CDF [Corresponding angles are equal]

∴ ∆AFB ~ ∆CDF [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{BF}{DF} = \frac{AB}{CD} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{BF}{DF} = \frac{7.5}{y} .....(3) \\[1em] \text{From (2) and (3) we get}, \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{x + 3}{3} = \frac{7.5}{y} \\[1em] \Rightarrow y = \frac{22.5}{x + 3} \space .....(4)\end{aligned}$$

In ∆BCD and ∆BEF ,

∠FBE = ∠DBC [Common angles]

∠CDB = ∠EFB [Corresponding angles are equal]

∴ ∆BEF ~ ∆BCD [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$\frac{BD}{BF} = \frac{CD}{FE} = \frac{y}{4.5}$

$\frac{BD}{BF} = \frac{y}{4.5}$

Let BD = ay and BF = 4.5a

From figure,

DF = BF - BD = 4.5a - ay = a(4.5 - y).

$\therefore \frac{BD}{DF} = \frac{ay}{a(4.5 - y)} = \frac{y}{4.5 - y}$ .....(5)

From (1) and (5) we get,

$\Rightarrow \frac{x}{3} = \frac{y}{4.5 - y}$

Substituting value of y from (4) in above equation we get,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{x}{3} = \frac{\frac{22.5}{x + 3}}{4.5 - \frac{22.5}{x + 3}} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{x}{3} = \frac{\frac{22.5}{x + 3}}{\frac{4.5x + 13.5 - 22.5}{x + 3}} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{x}{3} = \frac{22.5}{4.5x - 9} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{x}{3} = \frac{22.5}{3(1.5x - 3)} \\[1em] \Rightarrow x = \frac{22.5}{1.5x - 3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow x = \frac{22.5}{1.5(x - 2)} \\[1em] \Rightarrow x = \frac{15}{x - 2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow x(x - 2) = 15 \\[1em] \Rightarrow x^2 - 2x - 15 = 0 \\[1em] \Rightarrow x^2 - 5x + 3x - 15 = 0 \\[1em] \Rightarrow x(x - 5) + 3(x - 5) = 0 \\[1em] \Rightarrow (x + 3)(x - 5) = 0 \\[1em] \Rightarrow x = - 3 \text{ or } x = 5.\end{aligned}$$

Since, side of triangle cannot be negative. So, x = 5 cm.

Substituting value of x in (4) we get,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow y = \frac{22.5}{x + 3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow y = \frac{22.5}{5 + 3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow y = \frac{22.5}{8} = 2.8125 \text{ cm}\end{aligned}$$

Hence, x = 5 cm and y = 2.8125 cm

9Exercise 15(B)

In the figure, given below, PQR is a right-angled triangle right-angled at Q. XY is parallel to QR, PQ = 6 cm, PY = 4 cm and PX : XQ = 1 : 2. Calculate the lengths of PR and QR.

In the figure, PQR is a right-angled triangle at Q. XY is parallel to QR, PQ = 6 cm, PY = 4 cm and PX : XQ = 1 : 2. Calculate the lengths of PR and QR. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given XY || QR,

By basic proportionality theorem :

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{PX}{XQ} = \frac{PY}{YR} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{1}{2} = \frac{4}{YR} \\[1em] \Rightarrow YR = 4 \times 2 = 8 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

From figure,

PR = PY + YR = 4 + 8 = 12 cm.

Since, PQR is a right-angled triangle.

By pythagoras theorem we get,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow PR^2 = PQ^2 + QR^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 12^2 = 6^2 + QR^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 144 = 36 + QR^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow QR^2 = 144 - 36 \\[1em] \Rightarrow QR^2 = 108 \\[1em] \Rightarrow QR = \sqrt{108} = 10.392 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, PR = 12 cm and QR = 10.392 cm.

10Exercise 15(B)

In the following figure, M is the mid-point of BC of a parallelogram ABCD. DM intersects the diagonal AC at P and AB produced at E. Prove that : PE = 2PD.

In the figure, M is the mid-point of BC of a parallelogram ABCD. DM intersects the diagonal AC at P and AB produced at E. Prove that : PE = 2PD. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In ∆BME and ∆DMC,

∠BME = ∠CMD [Vertically opposite angles are equal.]

∠MCD = ∠MBE [Alternate angles are equal]

BM = MC [M is mid-point of BC]

∴ ∆BME ≅ ∆DMC [By AAS congruence rule]

∴ BE = DC [By C.P.C.T]

Since, opposite sides of parallelogram are equal.

∴ AB = DC

or, AB = DC = BE. ...........(1)

In ∆DCP and ∆EPA,

∠DPC = ∠EPA [Vertically opposite angles are equal.]

∠CDP = ∠AEP [Alternate angles are equal]

∴ ∆DCP ~ ∆EAP [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional we have :

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{DC}{EA} = \frac{PD}{PE} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{EA}{DC} = \frac{PE}{PD} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{PE}{PD} = \frac{AB + BE}{DC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{PE}{PD} = \frac{2DC}{DC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{PE}{PD} = 2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow PE = 2PD.\end{aligned}$$

Hence proved that PE = 2PD.

11Exercise 15(B)

The given figure shows a parallelogram ABCD. E is a point in AD and CE produced meets BA produced at point F. If AE = 4 cm, AF = 8 cm and AB = 12 cm, find the perimeter of the parallelogram ABCD.

The figure shows a parallelogram ABCD. E is a point in AD and CE produced meets BA produced at point F. If AE = 4 cm, AF = 8 cm and AB = 12 cm, find the perimeter of the parallelogram ABCD. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

FB = AF + AB = 8 + 12 = 20 cm.

In △DEC and △EAF

⇒ ∠DEC = ∠FEA [Vertically opposite angles are equal]

⇒ ∠EDC = ∠EAF [Alternate angles are equal]

∴ △DEC ~ △EAF [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional we have :

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{DE}{AE} = \frac{DC}{AF} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{DE}{AE} = \frac{AB}{AF} \space \Big[\because\text{ AB = CD}\Big] \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{DE}{4} = \frac{12}{8} \\[1em] \Rightarrow DE = \frac{48}{8} = 6 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Since, ABCD is a ||gm.

AB = CD and BC = AD.

From figure,

AD = AE + ED = 4 + 6 = 10 cm.

Perimeter of ||gm ABCD = AB + BC + CD + AD

= 12 + 10 + 12 + 10

= 44 cm.

Hence, perimeter of ||gm ABCD = 44 cm.

1(a)Exercise 15(C)

In the given figure, AE = 5 cm and EC = 7 cm, then area of △ ADE : area of △ ABC is :

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From figure,

In △ ADE and △ ABC,

⇒ ∠DAE = ∠BAC (Common angle)

⇒ ∠ADE = ∠ABC (Corresponding angles are equal)

∴ △ ADE ~ △ ABC (By A.A. postulate)

From figure,

AC = AE + EC = 5 + 7 = 12 cm.

We know that,

The areas of two similar triangles are proportional to the squares on their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of △ ADE}}{\text{Area of △ ABC}} = \frac{AE^2}{AC^2} \\[1em] = \frac{5^2}{12^2} \\[1em] = \frac{25}{144} \\[1em] = 25 : 144.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

1(b)Exercise 15(C)

If AD = 5 cm and BD = 2 cm, then area of △ ADE : area of trapezium DBCE is equal to :

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From figure,

In △ ADE and △ ABC,

⇒ ∠DAE = ∠BAC (Common angle)

⇒ ∠ADE = ∠ABC (Corresponding angles are equal)

∴ △ ADE ~ △ ABC (By A.A. postulate)

From figure,

AB = AD + DB = 5 + 2 = 7 cm.

We know that,

The areas of two similar triangles are proportional to the squares on their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of △ ADE}}{\text{Area of △ ABC}} = \frac{AD^2}{AB^2} \\[1em] = \frac{5^2}{7^2} \\[1em] = \frac{25}{49} \\[1em] = 25 : 49.\end{aligned}$$

Let area of △ ADE = 25x and area of △ ABC = 49x.

From figure,

Area of trapezium DBCE = Area of △ ABC - Area of △ ADE = 49x - 25x = 24x.

$\therefore \frac{\text{Area of △ ADE}}{\text{Area of trapezium DBCE}} = \frac{25x}{24x} = \frac{25}{24}$

⇒ Area of △ ADE : Area of trapezium DBCE = 25 : 24.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

1(c)Exercise 15(C)

In the given figure, AD : DB = 2 : 5, then area of △ ODE : area of △ OCB is :

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Given,

AD : DB = 2 : 5

Let AD = 2x and DB = 5x

From figure,

AB = AD + DB = 2x + 5x = 7x.

In △ ADE and △ ABC,

⇒ ∠DAE = ∠BAC (Common angle)

⇒ ∠ADE = ∠ABC (Corresponding angles are equal)

∴ △ ADE ~ △ ABC (By A.A. postulate)

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangles are in proportion.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{DE}{BC} = \frac{AD}{AB} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{DE}{BC} = \frac{2x}{7x} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{DE}{BC} = \frac{2}{7}.\end{aligned}$$

In △ ODE and △ OCB,

⇒ ∠DOE = ∠BOC (Vertically opposite angle are equal)

⇒ ∠ODE = ∠OCB (Alternate angles are equal)

∴ △ ODE ~ △ OCB (By A.A. postulate)

We know that,

The areas of two similar triangles are proportional to the squares on their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{\text{Area of △ ODE}}{\text{Area of △ OCB}} = \frac{DE^2}{BC^2} \\[1em] = \frac{2^2}{7^2} \\[1em] = \frac{4}{49} \\[1em] = 4 : 49.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, Option 1 is the correct option.

1(d)Exercise 15(C)

In the given figure, area of △ ADE : area of trapezium BCED = 25 : 39, then AD : BD is :

In the given figure, area of △ ADE : area of trapezium BCED = 25 : 39, then AD : BD is : Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In △ ADE and △ ABC,

⇒ ∠ADE = ∠ABC (Corresponding angles are equal)

⇒ ∠DAE = ∠BAC (Common angle)

∴ △ ADE ~ △ ABC (By A.A. postulate)

Given,

Area of △ ADE : Area of trapezium BCED = 25 : 39

Let area of △ ADE = 25x and area of trapezium BCED = 39x.

From figure,

Area of △ ABC = Area of △ ADE + Area of trapezium BCED = 25x + 39x = 64x.

We know that,

The areas of two similar triangles are proportional to the squares on their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of △ ADE}}{\text{Area of △ ABC}} = \frac{AD^2}{AB^2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{25x}{64x} = \frac{AD^2}{AB^2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{25}{64} = \frac{AD^2}{AB^2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AD}{AB} = \sqrt{\frac{25}{64}} = \frac{5}{8}.\end{aligned}$$

Let AD = 5y and AB = 8y.

From figure,

⇒ BD = AB - AD = 8y - 5y = 3y.

⇒ AD : BD = 5y : 3y = 5 : 3.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

1(e)Exercise 15(C)

In the given figure, ∠BAC = 90°, AD is perpendicular to BC, BC = 13 cm and AC = 5 cm, then area of △ ADC : area of △ DBA is :

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From figure,

In Δ BAC and Δ ADC,

⇒ ∠BAC = ∠ADC (Both equal to 90°)

⇒ ∠ACB = ∠ACD (Common angle)

∴ Δ BAC ~ Δ ADC (By A.A. postulate)

We know that,

The areas of two similar triangles are proportional to the squares of their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of Δ BAC}}{\text{Area of Δ ADC}} = \frac{BC^2}{AC^2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{\text{Area of Δ BAC}}{\text{Area of Δ ADC}} = \frac{13^2}{5^2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{\text{Area of Δ BAC}}{\text{Area of Δ ADC}} = \frac{169}{25}.\end{aligned}$$

Let, area of Δ BAC = 169x and area of Δ ADC = 25x.

From figure,

Area of Δ DBA = Area of Δ BAC - Area of Δ ADC = 169x - 25x = 144x.

Substituting values we get :

area of △ ADC : area of △ DBA = 25x : 144x = 25 : 144.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

2Exercise 15(C)

A line PQ is drawn parallel to the base BC of ΔABC which meets sides AB and AC at points P and Q respectively. If AP = $\frac{1}{3}$PB; find the value of :

(i) $\frac{\text{Area of ΔABC}}{\text{Area of ΔAPQ}}$

(ii) $\frac{\text{Area of ΔAPQ}}{\text{Area of trapezium PBCQ}}$

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Given, AP = $\frac{1}{3}$PB

So, $\frac{AP}{PB} = \frac{1}{3}$

A line PQ is drawn parallel to the base BC of ΔABC which meets sides AB and AC at points P and Q respectively. If AP = 1/3PB; find the value of Area of ΔABC / Area of ΔAPQ. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Let AP = x and PB = 3x.

AB = AP + PB = x + 3x = 4x.

$\therefore \frac{AP}{AB} = \frac{x}{4x} = \frac{1}{4}$.

In ∆APQ and ∆ABC,

∠APQ = ∠ABC and ∠AQP = ∠ACB [Corresponding angles are equal]

Hence, ∆APQ ~ ∆ABC by AA criterion for similarity

(i) We know that,

The ratio of the areas of two similar triangles is equal to the ratio of squares of their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\frac{\text{Area of ΔABC}}{\text{Area of ΔAPQ}} = \frac{\text{AB}^2}{\text{AP}^2} \\[1em] = \frac{4^2}{1^2} \\[1em] = \frac{16}{1} \\[1em] = 16 : 1\end{aligned}$$

Hence, $\frac{\text{Area of ΔABC}}{\text{Area of ΔAPQ}}$ = 16 : 1.

(ii) From figure,

Area of Trapezium PBCQ = Area of ΔABC – Area of ΔAPQ

From part (i) above we get,

$\frac{\text{Area of ΔABC}}{\text{Area of ΔAPQ}} = \frac{16}{1}$

Let Area of ΔABC = 16a and Area of ΔAPQ = a

Area of trapezium PBCQ = 16a - a = 15a.

$\frac{\text{Area of ΔAPQ}}{\text{Area of trap. PBCQ}} = \frac{a}{15a} = \frac{1}{15}$ = 1 : 15.

Hence, $\frac{\text{Area of ΔAPQ}}{\text{Area of trap. PBCQ}}$ = 1 : 15.

3Exercise 15(C)

The perimeters of two similar triangles are 30 cm and 24 cm. If one side of the first triangle is 12 cm, determine the corresponding side of the second triangle.

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Let the triangles be ∆ABC and ∆DEF.

Given ∆ABC ~ ∆DEF

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

So, $\frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{BC}{EF} = \frac{AC}{DF}$

Adding numerator and denominator we get :

$$\begin{aligned}\frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{BC}{EF} = \frac{AC}{DF} \\[1em] = \frac{AB + BC + AC}{DE + EF + DF} \\[1em] = \frac{\text{Perimeter of ΔABC}}{\text{Perimeter of ΔDEF}}\end{aligned}$$

So,

$$\begin{aligned}\frac{\text{Perimeter of ΔABC}}{\text{Perimeter of ΔDEF }} = \frac{AB}{DE} \\[1em] \frac{30}{24} = \frac{12}{DE} \\[1em] DE = \frac{24 \times 12}{30} \\[1em] DE = 9.6 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, the length of corresponding side of second triangle is 9.6 cm.

4Exercise 15(C)

In the given figure, AX : XB = 3 : 5.

Find :

(i) the length of BC, if the length of XY is 18 cm.

(ii) the ratio between the areas of trapezium XBCY and triangle ABC.

In the given figure, AX : XB = 3 : 5. Find the length of BC, if the length of XY is 18 cm. the ratio between the areas of trapezium XBCY and triangle ABC. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) Given, AX : XB = 3 : 5

Let AX = 3a and XB = 5a.

From figure,

AB = AX + XB = 3a + 5a = 8a.

(i) In ΔAXY and ΔABC,

As XY || BC, corresponding angles are equal.

∠AXY = ∠ABC and ∠AYX = ∠ACB

∴ ∆AXY ~ ∆ABC [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{AX}{AB} = \frac{XY}{BC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{3a}{8a} = \frac{18}{BC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow BC = \frac{18 \times 8a}{3a} = 48 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, BC = 48 cm.

(ii) We know that,

The ratio of the areas of two similar triangles is equal to the ratio of squares of their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of ∆AXY}}{\text{Area of ∆ABC}} = \frac{AX^2}{AB^2} \\[1em] = \frac{(3a)^2}{(8a)^2} \\[1em] = \frac{9a^2}{64a^2} \\[1em] = \frac{9}{64}. \\[1em]\end{aligned}$$

Let area of ∆AXY = 9b and area of ∆ABC = 64b.

From figure,

Area of trapezium XBCY = Area of ∆ABC - Area of ∆AXY

= 64b - 9b = 55b.

$\therefore \frac{\text{Area of trap. XBCY}}{\text{Area of ∆ABC}} = \frac{55b}{64b} = \frac{55}{64}$

Hence, ratio of area of trapezium XBCY and triangle ABC = 55 : 64.

5Exercise 15(C)

ABC is a triangle. PQ is a line segment intersecting AB in P and AC in Q such that PQ || BC and divides triangle ABC into two parts equal in area. Find the value of ratio BP : AB.

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Triangle ABC is shown in the figure below:

ABC is a triangle. PQ is a line segment intersecting AB in P and AC in Q such that PQ || BC and divides triangle ABC into two parts equal in area. Find the value of ratio BP : AB. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

In ΔAPQ and ΔABC,

∠PAQ = ∠BAC [Common]

∠APQ = ∠ABC [Corresponding angles are equal]

∴ ΔAPQ ~ ΔABC [By AA].

According to question,

Area of ΔAPQ = $\frac{1}{2}$ Area of ΔABC

$\frac{\text{Area of ΔAPQ}}{\text{Area of ΔABC}} = \frac{1}{2}$

We know that,

The ratio of the areas of two similar triangles is equal to the ratio of squares of their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AP^2}{AB^2} = \frac{1}{2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AP}{AB} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}.\end{aligned}$$

Let AP = x and AB = $\sqrt{2}$x

From figure,

BP = AB - AP = $\sqrt{2}x - x$

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{BP}{AB} = \frac{\sqrt{2}x - x}{\sqrt{2}x} \\[1em] = \frac{\sqrt{2} - 1}{\sqrt{2}} \\[1em] = \frac{\sqrt{2} - 1}{\sqrt{2}} \times \frac{\sqrt{2}}{\sqrt{2}} \\[1em] = \frac{2 - \sqrt{2}}{2}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, BP : AB = $(\sqrt{2} - 1) : \sqrt{2}$ = $(2 - \sqrt{2}) : 2$.

6Exercise 15(C)

In the given triangle PQR, LM is parallel to QR and PM : MR = 3 : 4.

Calculate the value of ratio:

(i) $\frac{PL}{PQ} \text{ and then } \frac{LM}{QR}$

(ii) $\frac{\text{ Area of Δ LMN }}{\text{ Area of Δ MNR }}$

(iii) $\frac{\text{ Area of Δ LQM }}{\text{ Area of Δ LQN }}$

In triangle PQR, LM is parallel to QR and PM : MR = 3 : 4. Calculate the value of ratio PL/PQ LM/QR. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) Given,

$\frac{PM}{MR} = \frac{3}{4}$

Let PM = 3x and MR = 4x.

From figure,

PR = PM + MR = 3x + 4x = 7x.

$\frac{PM}{PR} = \frac{3x}{7x} = \frac{3}{7}$.

In ΔPLM and ΔPQR,

As LM || QR, corresponding angles are equal.

∠PLM = ∠PQR

∠PML = ∠PRQ

∴ ∆PLM ~ ∆PQR [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional to each other we have :

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{PL}{PQ} = \frac{PM}{PR} = \frac{LM}{QR} \\[1em] \therefore \frac{PL}{PQ} = \frac{LM}{QR} = \frac{3}{7}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, PL : PQ = 3 : 7 and LM : QR = 3 : 7.

(ii) As ΔLMN and ΔMNR have common vertex at M and their bases LN and NR are along the same straight line.

$\therefore \frac{\text{Area of ΔLMN}}{\text{Area of ΔMNR}} = \frac{\text{LN}}{\text{NR}}$ .....(1)

Now, in ΔLMN and ΔRNQ we have,

⇒ ∠NLM = ∠NRQ [Alternate angles are equal]

⇒ ∠LMN = ∠NQR [Alternate angles are equal]

∴ ∆LNM ~ ∆RNQ [By AA]

Since corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other, we have :

$\frac{MN}{QN} = \frac{LN}{NR} = \frac{LM}{QR} = \frac{3}{7}$

Substituting value in (1) we get :

$\frac{\text{Area of ΔLMN}}{\text{Area of ΔMNR}} = \frac{3}{7}$.

(iii) From part (ii) we get :

$\frac{MN}{QN} = \frac{3}{7}$

Let MN = 3a and QN = 7a

From figure,

MQ = MN + QN = 3a + 7a = 10a.

As ΔLQM and ΔLQN have common vertex at L and their bases QM and QN are along the same straight line.

$\frac{\text{ Area of ΔLQM }}{\text{ Area of ΔLQN }} = \frac{QM}{QN} = \frac{10a}{7a} = \frac{10}{7}$.

Hence, $\frac{\text{ Area of ΔLQM }}{\text{ Area of ΔLQN }} =\frac{10}{7}$

7Exercise 15(C)

In the figure, given below, ABCD is a parallelogram. P is a point on BC such that BP : PC = 1 : 2. DP produced meets AB produced at Q. Given the area of triangle CPQ = 20 cm2.

Calculate :

(i) area of triangle CDP,

(ii) area of parallelogram ABCD.

In the figure, ABCD is a parallelogram. P is a point on BC such that BP : PC = 1 : 2. DP produced meets AB produced at Q. Given the area of triangle CPQ = 20 cm^2, Calculate area of triangle CDP, area of parallelogram ABCD. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In △BPQ and △CPD,

⇒ ∠BPQ = ∠CPD [Vertically opposite angles are equal]

⇒ ∠BQP = ∠PDC [Alternate angles are equal]

∴ △BPQ ~ △CPD [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

$\therefore \frac{BP}{PC} = \frac{PQ}{PD} = \frac{BQ}{CD} = \frac{1}{2}$.

In the figure, ABCD is a parallelogram. P is a point on BC such that BP : PC = 1 : 2. DP produced meets AB produced at Q. Given the area of triangle CPQ = 20 cm^2, Calculate area of triangle CDP, area of parallelogram ABCD. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

As ΔBPQ and ΔCPQ have common vertex at Q and their bases BP and CP are along the same straight line.

So,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{\text{Area of ΔBPQ}}{\text{Area of ΔCPQ}} = \frac{BP}{PC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{\text{Area of ΔBPQ}}{20} = \frac{1}{2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Area of ΔBPQ} = \frac{20}{2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Area of ΔBPQ} = 10 \text{ cm}^2\end{aligned}$$

We know that,

The ratio of the areas of two similar triangles is equal to the ratio of squares of their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\phantom{\Rightarrow} \frac{\text{Area of ΔBPQ}}{\text{Area of ΔCPD}} = \frac{BP^2}{PC^2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{10}{\text{Area of ΔCPD}} = \frac{1^2}{2^2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{ Area of ΔCPD} = \frac{10 \times 4}{1} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{ Area of ΔCPD} = 40 \text{ cm}^2.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, area of ΔCPD = 40 cm2.

(ii) From part (i),

$\frac{PQ}{PD} = \frac{1}{2}$

Let PQ = x and PD = 2x.

From figure,

QD = PQ + PD = x + 2x = 3x.

$\frac{QD}{QP} = \frac{3x}{x} = 3$ ........(1)

In △BPQ and △AQD,

⇒ ∠QBP = ∠QAD [Corresponding angles are equal]

⇒ ∠BQP = ∠AQD [Common]

∴ △BPQ ~ △AQD [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

$\therefore \frac{AQ}{BQ} = \frac{QD}{QP} = \frac{AD}{BP} = 3.$

We know that,

The ratio of the areas of two similar triangles is equal to the ratio of squares of their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of △AQD}}{\text{Area of △BPQ}} = \Big(\frac{AQ}{BQ}\Big)^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{\text{Area of △AQD}}{10} = 3^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{\text{Area of △AQD}}{10} = 9 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Area of △AQD} = 90 \text{ cm}^2.\end{aligned}$$

Area of trapezium ADPB = Area of △AQD - Area of △BPQ = 90 - 10 = 80 cm2.

Area of || gm ABCD = Area of △CDP + Area of trapezium ADPB = 40 + 80 = 120 cm2.

Hence, area of || gm ABCD = 120 cm2.

8Exercise 15(C)

In the given figure, BC is parallel to DE. Area of triangle ABC = 25 cm2, Area of trapezium BCED = 24 cm2 and DE = 14 cm. Calculate the length of BC.

Also, find the area of triangle BCD.

In the figure, BC is parallel to DE. Area of triangle ABC = 25 cm^2, Area of trapezium BCED = 24 cm^2 and DE = 14 cm. Calculate the length of BC. Also, find the area of triangle BCD. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Area of △ADE = Area of △ABC + Area of trapezium BCED = 25 + 24 = 49 cm2.

Given,

BC || DE.

∠ABC = ∠ADE [Corresponding angles are equal]

∠ACB = ∠AED [Corresponding angles are equal]

∴ △ABC ~ △ADE [By AA]

We know that,

The ratio of the areas of two similar triangles is equal to the ratio of squares of their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of △ABC}}{\text{Area of △ADE}} = \frac{BC^2}{DE^2}\\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{25}{49} = \frac{BC^2}{14^2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow BC^2 = \frac{25}{49} \times 196 \\[1em] \Rightarrow BC^2 = 100 \\[1em] \Rightarrow BC = 10 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Let height of trapezium BCED be h cm.

Area = $\frac{1}{2}$ × (Sum of || sides) × h

⇒ 24 = $\frac{1}{2}$ × (BC + DE) × h

⇒ 24 × 2 = (BC + DE) × h

⇒ 48 = (10 + 14) × h

⇒ 24h = 48

⇒ h = 2 cm.

Area of △BCD = $\frac{1}{2}$ × base × height

= $\frac{1}{2}$ × BC × h

= $\frac{1}{2}$ × 10 × 2

= 10 cm2.

Hence, BC = 10 cm and area of △BCD = 10 cm2.

9Exercise 15(C)

In the given figure, ABC is a triangle. DE is parallel to BC and $\frac{AD}{DB} = \frac{3}{2}$.

(i) Determine the ratios $\frac{AD}{AB} \text{ and } \frac{DE}{BC}$.

(ii) Prove that △DEF is similar to △CBF. Hence, find $\frac{EF}{FB}$.

(iii) What is the ratio of the areas of △DEF and △BFC?

In the figure, ABC is a triangle. DE is parallel to BC and AD/DB = 3/2. Determine the ratios AD/AB and DE/BC. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) Given,

$\frac{AD}{DB} = \frac{3}{2}$

Let AD = 3x and BD = 2x.

From figure,

AB = AD + DB = 3x + 2x = 5x.

$\frac{AD}{AB} = \frac{3x}{5x} = \frac{3}{5}$.

In △ADE and △ABC,

∠A = ∠A [Common]

∠ADE = ∠ABC [Corresponding angles are equal]

∴ △ADE ~ △ABC [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

$\therefore \frac{DE}{BC} = \frac{AD}{AB} = \frac{3}{5}$ ...........(1)

Hence, $\frac{AD}{AB} = \frac{DE}{BC} = \frac{3}{5}$.

(ii) In △DEF and △CBF,

∠FDE = ∠FCB (Alternate angles are equal)

∠DFE = ∠BFC (Vertically opposite angles are equal)

∴ △DEF ~ △CBF [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

$\therefore \frac{EF}{FB} = \frac{DE}{BC} = \frac{3}{5}$

Hence, $\frac{EF}{FB} = \frac{3}{5}$.

(iii) We know that,

The ratio of the areas of two similar triangles is equal to the ratio of squares of their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of △DFE}}{\text{Area of △CBF}} = \frac{EF^2}{FB^2}\\[1em] = \frac{3^2}{5^2} = \frac{9}{25}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, ratio of the areas of △DEF and △BFC = 9 : 25.

10Exercise 15(C)

In the given figure,

∠B = ∠E, ∠ACD = ∠BCE, AB = 10.4 cm and DE = 7.8 cm. Find the ratio between areas of the △ABC and △DEC.

In the figure, ∠B = ∠E, ∠ACD = ∠BCE, AB = 10.4 cm and DE = 7.8 cm. Find the ratio between areas of the △ABC and △DEC. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given,

⇒ ∠ACD = ∠BCE

⇒ ∠ACD + ∠BCD = ∠BCE + ∠BCD

⇒ ∠ACB = ∠DCE

Also, ∠B = ∠E

∴ △ABC ~ △DEC [By AA]

We know that,

The ratio of the areas of two similar triangles is equal to the ratio of squares of their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of △ABC}}{\text{Area of △DEC}} = \frac{AB^2}{DE^2}\\[1em] = \Big(\frac{10.4}{7.8}\Big)^2 = \Big(\frac{4}{3}\Big)^2 \\[1em] = \frac{16}{9}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, ratio between areas of the △ABC and △DEC = 16 : 9.

1(a)Exercise 15(D)

A model of a vehicle is made to a scale of 1 : 25. If length of the vehicle is 1.6 m; the length of its model is :

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Given,

Scale factor (k) = 1 : 25 or $\frac{1}{25}$

By formula,

⇒ Length of model = k × Length of vehicle

⇒ Length of model = $\frac{1}{25} \times 1.6$ = 0.064 m = 0.064 × 100 = 6.4 cm.

Hence, Option 1 is the correct option.

1(b)Exercise 15(D)

The length and the breadth of the model of a rectangular object are 12 cm and 7 cm respectively. If the scale factor is 1 : 20, the actual length and breadth of object are :

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Given,

Scale factor (k) = 1 : 20 or $\frac{1}{20}$

By formula,

⇒ Length of model = k × Length of object

⇒ Length of object = $\frac{1}{k}$ × Length of model

⇒ Length of object = $\frac{1}{\frac{1}{20}} \times 12$ = 20 × 12 = 240 cm = $\frac{240}{100}$ = 2.4 m.

By formula,

⇒ Breadth of model = k × Breadth of object

⇒ Breadth of object = $\frac{1}{k}$ × Breadth of model

⇒ Breadth of object = $\frac{1}{\frac{1}{20}} \times 7$ = 20 × 7 = 140 cm = $\frac{140}{100}$ = 1.4 m.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

1(c)Exercise 15(D)

The length of a boat is 2.4 m and the length of its model is 16 cm. The scale factor is :

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Let scale factor be k.

Given,

Length of model = 16 cm

Length of boat = 2.4 m = 2.4 × 100 = 240 cm.

By formula,

⇒ Length of model = Scale factor × Length of boat

Substituting values we get :

⇒ 16 = k × 240

⇒ k = $\frac{16}{240} = \frac{1}{15}$ = 1 : 15.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

1(d)Exercise 15(D)

The floor area of a room is 96 m2 and area of the floor in the model of the room is 96 cm2. The scale factor is :

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Let scale factor be k.

Given,

Floor area of room = 96 m2

Floor area of model = 96 cm2 = $\frac{96}{100^2} = \frac{96}{10000}$ = 96 × 10-4 m2

By formula,

Floor area of model = (Scale factor)2 × Floor area of room

Substituting values we get :

⇒ 96 × 10-4 = k2 × 96

⇒ k2 = $\frac{96 \times 10^{-4}}{96}$

⇒ k2 = 10-4

⇒ k = $\sqrt{10^{-4}}$

⇒ k = 10-2 = $\frac{1}{10^2} = \frac{1}{100}$ = 1 : 100.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

1(e)Exercise 15(D)

A and B are two similar containers with capacities 216 m3 and 1000 m3 respectively. The scale factor of B with respect to A is :

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Let scale factor of B with respect to A be k.

Given,

A and B are two similar containers with capacities 216 m3 and 1000 m3 respectively.

Volume of container B = k3 × Volume of container A

⇒ 1000 = k3 × 216

⇒ k3 = $\frac{1000}{216}$

⇒ k3 = $\Big(\frac{10}{6}\Big)^3$

⇒ k = $\frac{10}{6} = \frac{5}{3}$ = 5 : 3.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

2Exercise 15(D)

A triangle ABC has been enlarged by scale factor m = 2.5 to the triangle A' B' C'. Calculate :

(i) the length of AB, if A'B' = 6 cm.

(ii) the length of C'A' if CA = 4 cm.

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Given that, ΔABC has been enlarged by scale factor m of 2.5 to ΔA'B'C'.

(i)

∴ A'B' = m × AB

⇒ 6 = 2.5 × AB

⇒ AB = $\frac{6}{2.5} = 2.4$ cm.

Hence, AB = 2.4 cm

(ii)

∴ C'A' = m × CA

⇒ C'A' = 2.5 × 4

⇒ C'A' = 10 cm.

Hence, C'A' = 10 cm.

3Exercise 15(D)

A triangle LMN has been reduced by scale factor 0.8 to the triangle L'M'N'. Calculate:

(i) the length of M'N', if MN = 8 cm.

(ii) the length of LM, if L'M' = 5.4 cm.

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Given, ΔLMN has been reduced by a scale factor (k) = 0.8 to Δ L'M'N'.

(i)

∴ M'N' = k × MN

⇒ M'N' = 0.8 × 8

⇒ M'N' = 6.4 cm

Hence, M'N' = 6.4 cm.

(ii)

∴ L'M' = k × LM

⇒ 5.4 = 0.8 × LM

⇒ LM = $\frac{5.4}{0.8} = 6.75$ cm.

Hence, LM = 6.75 cm.

4Exercise 15(D)

A model of an aeroplane is made to a scale of 1 : 400. Calculate :

(i) the length, in cm of the model; if the length of the aeroplane is 40 m.

(ii) the length, in m, of the aeroplane, if length of its model is 16 cm.

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(i) Given,

Scale-factor (k) = $\frac{1}{400}$

⇒ Length of model = k × Length of aeroplane

⇒ Length of model = $\frac{1}{400} \times 40 = \frac{1}{10}$ = 0.1 m = 10 cm.

Hence, length of model = 10 cm.

(ii) Given,

Scale-factor (k) = $\frac{1}{400}$

⇒ Length of model = k × Length of aeroplane

⇒ 16 = $\frac{1}{400}$ × Length of aeroplane

⇒ 16 × 400 = Length of aeroplane

⇒ Length of aeroplane = 6400 cm = 64 m.

Hence, length of aeroplane = 64 m.

5Exercise 15(D)

The dimensions of the model of a multistorey building are 1.2 m × 75 cm × 2 m. If the scale factor is 1 : 30; find the actual dimensions of the building.

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Dimensions of model = 1.2 m × 75 cm × 2 m = 1.2 m × 0.75 m × 2 m

So,

Length = 1.2 m

Breadth = 0.75 m

Height = 2 m.

$$\begin{aligned}\phantom{\Rightarrow} \frac{\text{Length of model}}{\text{Length of building}} = k \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{1.2}{\text{Length of building}} = \frac{1}{30} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Length of building} = 1.2 \times 30 = 36 \text{ m}. \\[2em] \phantom{\Rightarrow} \frac{\text{Breadth of model}}{\text{Breadth of building}} = k \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{0.75}{\text{Breadth of building}} = \frac{1}{30} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Breadth of building} = 0.75 \times 30 = 22.5 \text{ m}. \\[2em] \phantom{\Rightarrow} \frac{\text{Height of model}}{\text{Height of building}} = k \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{\text{2}}{\text{Height of building}} = \frac{1}{30} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Height of building} = 2 \times 30 = 60 \text{ m}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, actual dimension of building = 36 m × 22.5 m × 60 m.

6Exercise 15(D)

On a map drawn to scale of 1 : 2,50,000; a triangular plot of land has the following measurements : AB = 3 cm, BC = 4 cm and angle ABC = 90°.

Calculate :

(i) the actual length of AB and BC in km

(ii) the area of the plot in sq. km.

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(i) Given,

Scale factor for reduction (k) = $\frac{1}{250000}$

⇒ Length of AB in model = k × Length of AB

⇒ 3 = $\frac{1}{250000}$ × Length of AB

⇒ Length of AB = 3 × 250000 = 750000 cm = $\frac{750000}{100 \times 1000}$ = 7.5 km.

⇒ Length of BC in model = k × Length of BC

⇒ 4 = $\frac{1}{250000}$ × Length of BC

⇒ Length of BC = 4 × 250000 = 1000000 cm = $\frac{1000000}{100 \times 1000}$ = 10 km.

Hence, actual length of AB = 7.5 km and BC = 10 km.

(ii) Area of plot = $\frac{1}{2} \times$ base × height

= $\frac{1}{2}$ × BC × AB

= $\frac{1}{2}$ × 10 × 7.5

= 37.5 sq. km.

Hence, area of plot = 37.5 sq. km.

7Exercise 15(D)

A model of a ship is made to a scale 1 : 300.

(i) The length of the model of the ship is 2 m. Calculate the length of the ship.

(ii) The area of the deck of the ship is 180,000 m2. Calculate the area of the deck of the model.

(iii) The volume of the model is 6.5 m3. Calculate the volume of the ship.

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(i) Given,

Scale factor (k) = 1 : 300 = $\frac{1}{300}$

$$\begin{aligned}\phantom{\Rightarrow} \frac{\text{Length of model of ship}}{\text{Length of ship}} = k \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{2}{\text{Length of ship}} = \frac{1}{300} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Length of ship} = 2 \times 300 = 600 \text{ m}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, length of ship = 600 m.

(ii)

$$\begin{aligned}\phantom{\Rightarrow} \frac{\text{Area of deck of model}}{\text{Area of deck of ship}} = k^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{\text{Area of deck of model}}{180000} = \frac{1}{300} \times \frac{1}{300} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Area of deck of model} = 180000 \times \frac{1}{90000} = 2 \text{ m}^2.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, area of deck of model = 2 m2.

(iii)

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{\text{Volume of model of ship}}{\text{Volume of ship}} = k^3 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{6.5}{\text{Volume of ship}} = \Big(\frac{1}{300}\Big)^3 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Volume of ship} = 6.5 \times (300)^3 = 6.5 \times 27000000 \text{ m}^3 \\[1em] = 175500000 \text{ m}^3.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, volume of ship = 175500000 m3.

1(a)Test Yourself

Triangles ABC and A'B'C' are similar to each other, the corresponding vertices of the two triangles are :

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Given,

Triangles ABC and A'B'C' are similar to each other.

So, the corresponding vertices are A and A', B and B', C and C'.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

1(b)Test Yourself

Triangles ABC and RSP are similar to each other, the corresponding sides of the two triangles are :

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Given,

Triangles ABC and RSP are similar to each other.

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional.

$\therefore \frac{AB}{RS} = \frac{BC}{SP} = \frac{CA}{PR}$

Hence, Option 1 is the correct option.

1(c)Test Yourself

A : Two similar triangles are congruent.

B : Two congruent triangles are similar, then :

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We know that,

Congruent triangles have both the same shape and the same size but it is not necessary that similar triangle are equal in size.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

1(d)Test Yourself

Triangles ABC and PQR are similar to each other, then :

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We know that,

The areas of two similar triangles are proportional to the squares on their corresponding sides.

$\Rightarrow \frac{\text{Ar.(△ABC)}}{\text{Ar.(△PQR)}} = \frac{AB^2}{PQ^2}$ .......(1)

$\Rightarrow \frac{\text{Ar.(△ABC)}}{\text{Ar.(△PQR)}} = \frac{AC^2}{PR^2}$ .........(2)

From equation (1) and (2), we get :

$\Rightarrow \frac{AB^2}{PQ^2} = \frac{AC^2}{PR^2}$

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

1(e)Test Yourself

In the given figure, EF is parallel to BC. If area of triangle ABC is 576 cm2, the area of triangle AEF is :

In the given figure, EF is parallel to BC. If area of triangle ABC is 576 cm^2, the area of triangle AEF is : Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

In △ AEF and △ ABC,

⇒ ∠EAF = ∠BAC (Common angle)

⇒ ∠AEF = ∠ABC (Corresponding angle)

∴ △ AEF ~ △ ABC (By A.A. axiom)

We know that,

The areas of two similar triangles are proportional to the squares of their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of △ AEF}}{\text{Area of △ ABC}} = \frac{EF^2}{BC^2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{\text{Area of △ AEF}}{576} = \frac{8^2}{12^2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{\text{Area of △ AEF}}{576} = \frac{64}{144} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Area of △ AEF} = \frac{64}{144} \times 576 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Area of △ AEF} = 64 \times 4 = 256 \text{ cm}^2.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

1(f)Test Yourself

In △ABD, C is a point on side BD such that ∠ACD = ∠BAD. Is △BAD similar to triangle ACD? If yes, then which axiom is satisfied :

In △ABD, C is a point on side BD such that ∠ACD = ∠BAD. Is △BAD similar to triangle ACD? If yes, then which axiom is satisfied : Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

In △ BAD and △ ACD,

⇒ ∠BAD = ∠ACD (Given)

⇒ ∠ADB = ∠ADC (Common angle)

∴ △ BAD ~ △ ACD (By A.A. axiom)

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

1(g)Test Yourself

The model of a ship is made to a scale of 3 : 500. If the length of the model is 1.5 m, the length of ship is :

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Given,

Scale factor (k) = 3 : 500

By formula,

⇒ Length of model = Scale factor × Length of ship

Substituting values we get :

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow 1.5 = \frac{3}{500} \times \text{ Length of ship} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Length of ship} = \frac{1.5 \times 500}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Length of ship} = 0.5 \times 500 = 250 \text{ m}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

1(h)Test Yourself

The perpendicular BD drawn from the vertex of a right triangle ABC.

The perpendicular BD drawn from the vertex of a right triangle ABC. Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Assertion (A) : Triangles ABD and BCD are similar to each other.

Reason (R) : Triangles, which are similar to the same triangle, are similar to each other.

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In Δ ABC and Δ ABD,

⇒ ∠ABC = ∠ADB (Both are 90°)

⇒ ∠BAC = ∠BAD (Common angle)

∴ Δ ABC ∼ Δ ADB (By AA postulate) .......... (1)

Similarly, in Δ ABC and Δ BDC,

⇒ ∠ABC = ∠BDC (Both are 90°)

⇒ ∠BCA = ∠BCD (Common angles)

∴ Δ ABC ∼ Δ BDC (By AA postulate) .......... (2)

As,

Triangles, which are similar to the same triangle, are similar to each other.

From equation (1) and (2), we get :

Δ ADB ∼ Δ BDC

∴ Both A and R are true and R is correct reason for A.

Hence, option 3 is the correct option.

1(i)Test Yourself

Δ ABC and Δ PQR are congruent to each other.

Assertion (A) : Triangles ABC and PQR are similar to each other.

Reason (R) : Two similar triangles are congruent to each other.

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Given, Δ ABC and Δ PQR are two congruent triangles.

Corresponding angles and sides are equal.

⇒ ∠A = ∠P, ∠B = ∠Q and ∠C = ∠R

∴ Δ ABC ∼ Δ PQR (By AAA postulate)

So, assertion (A) is true.

Similar triangles have the same shape but not necessarily the same size.

Congruent triangles have the same shape and size.

Size can be different in similar triangles but it has to be same in congruent triangles.

So, reason (R) is false.

Hence, option 1 is the correct option.

1(j)Test Yourself

Δ ABC is reflected in origin to get Δ A'B'C'.

Statement (1) : Δ ABC is congruent to Δ A'B'C'.

Statement (2) : The two triangles are similar to each other.

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Reflection in the origin means each point (x, y) becomes (-x, -y). Shape, size, angles and size length remains same in reflection.

So, Δ ABC is reflected in origin to get Δ A'B'C'.

Hence, Δ ABC is congruent to Δ A'B'C'.

So, statement 1 is true.

As we know that all congruent triangles are similar.

Hence, Δ ABC is similar to Δ A'B'C'.

So, statement 2 is true.

Hence, option 1 is the correct option.

1(k)Test Yourself

Two similar triangles ABC and DEF such that area of Δ ABC = 64 sq. unit and area of Δ DEF = 121 sq. unit.

Statement (1) : $\frac{\text{Perimeter of Δ DEF}}{\text{Perimeter of Δ ABC}} = \frac{8}{11}$.

Statement (2) : The ratio of perimeters of two similar triangles is equal to the ratio of their areas.

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Given, △ ABC ∼ △ DEF.

We know that,

The ratio of the areas of two similar triangles is equal to the square of the ratio of their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of Δ DEF}}{\text{Area of Δ ABC}} = \frac{DE^2}{AB^2}\\[1em] \Rightarrow\frac{121}{64} = \frac{DE^2} {AB^2}\\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AB^2}{DE^2} = \frac{64}{121} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AB}{DE} = \sqrt{\frac{64}{121}}\\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{8}{11}\end{aligned}$$

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional.

$\Rightarrow \frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{BC}{EF} = \frac{AC}{DF}$

We know that,

For any two or more equal ratios, each ratio is equal to the ratio between sum of their antecedents and sum of their consequents.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{AB + BC + AC}{DE + EF + DF} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{\text{Perimeter of Δ ABC}}{\text{Perimeter of Δ DEF}} = \frac{AB}{DE} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{\text{Perimeter of Δ DEF}}{\text{Perimeter of Δ ABC}} = \frac{DE}{AB} = \frac{11}{8}\\[1em]\end{aligned}$$

So, statement 1 is false.

The ratio of perimeters of two similar triangles is equal to the ratio of their corresponding sides.

So, statement 2 is false.

Hence, option 2 is the correct option.

1(l)Test Yourself

In triangle ABC, AD : DB = 2 : 3, DE is parallel to BC.

In triangle ABC, AD : DB = 2 : 3, DE is parallel to BC. Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Assertion (A) : $\frac{\text{DE}}{\text{BC}} = \frac{\text{AD}}{\text{BD}} = \frac{2}{3}$.

Reason (R) : $\frac{\text{DE}}{\text{BC}} = \frac{\text{AD}}{\text{AB}} = \frac{2}{5}$.

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Given,

AD : DB = 2 : 3

Let AD = 2x and DB = 3x.

From figure,

AB = AD + DB = 2x + 3x = 5x.

In Δ ADE and Δ ABC

⇒ ∠DAE = ∠BAC (Common angle)

⇒ ∠ADE = ∠ABC (Corresponding angles are equal)

⇒ ∠AED = ∠ACB (Corresponding angles are equal)

∴ ΔADE ∼ ΔABC (By AAA postulate)

We know that,

In similar triangles, corresponding sides are proportional (or in the same ratio).

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{DE}{BC} = \frac{AD}{AB} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{DE}{BC} = \frac{2x}{5x} = \frac{2}{5}.\end{aligned}$$

∴ Assertion (A) is false, reason (R) is true.

Hence, option 2 is the correct option.

1(m)Test Yourself

In triangle ODQ, ∠Q = ∠BPO = 90° AB = 2 x OA, BC = 3 x OA and CD = 4 x OA.

In triangle ODQ, ∠Q = ∠BPO = 90° AB = 2 x OA, BC = 3 x OA and CD = 4 x OA. Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Assertion (A) : $\frac{\text{Δ OBP}}{\text{Trapezium BDQP}} = \frac{9}{100 - 9}$.

Reason (R) : Δ OBP - ODQ and $\frac{\text{Δ OBP}}{\text{Δ ODQ}} = \frac{(3a)^2}{(10a)^2}$.

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In Δ ODQ and Δ OBP

⇒ ∠DOQ = ∠BOP (Common angle)

⇒ ∠OQD = ∠OPB (Both equal to 90°)

∴ Δ ODQ ∼ Δ OBP (By A.A. postulate)

From figure,

OB = a + 2a = 3a

OD = a + 2a + 3a + 4a = 10a

We know that,

The ratio of the areas of two similar triangles is equal to the square of the ratio of their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of Δ ODQ}}{\text{Area of Δ OBP}} = \frac{OD^2}{OB^2}\\[1em] = \frac{(10a)^2}{(3a)^2}\\[1em] = \frac{100a^2}{9a^2}\\[1em] = \frac{100}{9}.\end{aligned}$$

Let the area of Δ OBP be 9m and that of area of Δ ODQ be 100m.

From figure,

Area of trapezium BPQD = Area of Δ ODQ - Area of Δ OBP = 100m - 9m

Now,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{\text{Δ OBP}}{\text{Trapezium BDQP}} = \frac{9m}{100m - 9m}\\[1em] = \frac{9m}{(100 - 9)m}\\[1em] = \frac{9}{100 - 9}\end{aligned}$$

∴ Both A and R are true and R is correct reason for A.

Hence, option 3 is the correct option.

1(n)Test Yourself

In triangle ABC, ∠B = 90° and in triangle ADE, ∠D = 90°.

In triangle ABC, ∠B = 90° and in triangle ADE, ∠D = 90°. Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Statement (1) : $\frac{\text{AB}}{\text{AD}} = \frac{\text{AC}}{\text{AE}}$.

Statement (2) : Triangle AED and ACB are similar.

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In Δ ADE and Δ ABC,

⇒ ∠DAE = ∠BAC (Common angle)

⇒ ∠ADE = ∠ABC (Both are 90°)

∴ Δ ADE ∼ Δ ABC (By AA postulate)

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AD}{AB} = \frac{AE}{AC}\\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AB}{AD} = \frac{AC}{AE}\\[1em]\end{aligned}$$

So, both the statements are true.

Hence, option 1 is the correct option.

1(o)Test Yourself

Area of triangle ADE = 9 cm2 and area of trapezium DBCE = 16 cm2.

Area of triangle ADE = 9 cm2 and area of trapezium DBCE = 16 cm2. Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Statement (1) : $\frac{\text{DE}}{\text{BC}} = \frac{3}{4}$.

Statement (2) : $\frac{\text{ΔADE}}{\text{ΔABC}} = \frac{9}{25} \Rightarrow \frac{\text{DE}}{\text{BC}} = \frac{3}{5}$.

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Given,

Area of triangle ADE = 9 cm2 and area of trapezium DBCE = 16 cm2.

In Δ ABC and Δ ADE,

⇒ ∠BAC = ∠DAE (Common angle)

⇒ ∠ABC = ∠ADE (Corresponding angles are equal)

⇒ ∠ACB = ∠AED (Corresponding angles are equal)

∴ Δ ABC ∼ Δ ADE (By A.A.A. postulate)

From figure,

⇒ Area of triangle ABC = Area of triangle ADE + Area of trapezium DBCE = 9 + 16 = 25 cm2

We know that,

The ratio of the areas of two similar triangles is equal to the square of the ratio of their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of Δ ADE}}{\text{Area of Δ ABC}} = \frac{DE^2}{BC^2}\\[1em] \Rightarrow\frac{9}{25} = \frac{DE^2}{BC^2}\\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{DE}{BC} = \sqrt{\frac{9}{25}} = \frac{3}{5}\end{aligned}$$

So, statement 1 is false but statement 2 is true.

Hence, option 4 is the correct option.

2Test Yourself

In the following figure, XY is parallel to BC, AX = 9 cm, XB = 4.5 cm and BC = 18 cm.

Find:

(i) $\frac{AY}{YC}$

(ii) $\frac{YC}{AC}$

(iii) XY

In the figure, XY is parallel to BC, AX = 9 cm, XB = 4.5 cm and BC = 18 cm. Find AY/YC, YC/AC. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) By basic proportionality theorem,

A line drawn parallel to a side of triangle divides the other two sides proportionally.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{AY}{YC} = \frac{AX}{XB} \\[1em] = \frac{9}{4.5} \\[1em] = \frac{2}{1}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, $\frac{AY}{YC} = 2.$

(ii) Given,

$\Rightarrow \frac{AY}{YC} = \frac{2}{1}$

Let AY = 2x and YC = x.

From figure,

AC = AY + YC = 2x + x = 3x.

$\therefore \frac{YC}{AC} = \frac{x}{3x} = \frac{1}{3}$.

Hence, $\frac{YC}{AC} = \frac{1}{3}$.

(iii) In △AXY and △ABC,

∠AXY = ∠ABC [Corresponding angles are equal]

∠A = ∠A [Common]

∴ △AXY ~ △ABC.

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AX}{AB} = \frac{XY}{BC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AX}{AX + XB} = \frac{XY}{BC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{9}{9 + 4.5} = \frac{XY}{18} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{9}{13.5} = \frac{XY}{18} \\[1em] \Rightarrow XY = \frac{9}{13.5} \times 18 \\[1em] \Rightarrow XY = 12 \text{ cm}. \\[1em]\end{aligned}$$

Hence, XY = 12 cm.

3Test Yourself

In the following figure, ABCD is a trapezium with AB || DC. If AB = 9 cm, DC = 18 cm, CF = 13.5 cm, AP = 6 cm and BE = 15 cm,

Calculate :

(i) EC (ii) AF (iii) PE

In the figure, ABCD is a trapezium with AB || DC. If AB = 9 cm, DC = 18 cm, CF = 13.5 cm, AP = 6 cm and BE = 15 cm. Calculate (i) EC (ii) AF (iii) PE. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In ΔAEB and ΔFEC,

∠AEB = ∠FEC [Vertically opposite angles are equal]

∠BAE = ∠CFE [Alternate angles are equal]

∴ ∆AEB ~ ∆FEC [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{BE}{EC} = \frac{AB}{FC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{15}{EC} = \frac{9}{13.5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow EC = \frac{15 \times 13.5}{9} = 22.5\text{ cm}\end{aligned}$$

Hence, EC = 22.5 cm.

(ii) In ΔAPB and ΔFPD,

∠APB = ∠FPD [Vertically opposite angles are equal]

∠BAP = ∠DFP [Alternate angles are equal]

∴ ∆APB ~ ∆FPD [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AP}{FP} = \frac{AB}{FD} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AP}{FP} = \frac{AB}{DC + CF} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{6}{FP} = \frac{9}{18 + 13.5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{6}{FP} = \frac{9}{31.5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow FP = \frac{6 \times 31.5}{9} \\[1em] \Rightarrow FP = \frac{63}{3} = 21\text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

From figure,

AF = AP + FP = 6 + 21 = 27 cm.

Hence, AF = 27 cm.

(iii) We already have, ∆AEB ~ ∆FEC

So,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AE}{FE} = \frac{AB}{FC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AE}{FE} = \frac{9}{13.5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{(AF – EF)}{ FE} = \frac{9}{13.5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AF}{EF} – 1 = \frac{9}{13.5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{27}{EF} = \frac{9}{13.5} + 1 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{27}{EF} = \frac{22.5}{13.5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow EF = \frac{(27 \times 13.5)}{22.5} = 16.2 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

From figure,

PE = PF – EF = 21 – 16.2 = 4.8 cm

Hence, PE = 4.8 cm

4Test Yourself

In the following figure, AB, CD and EF are perpendicular to the straight line BDF.

If AB = x and, CD = z unit and EF = y unit, prove that:

$\frac{1}{x} + \frac{1}{y} = \frac{1}{z}$

In the figure, AB, CD and EF are perpendicular to the straight line BDF. If AB = x and, CD = z unit and EF = y unit, prove that 1/x + 1/y = 1/z. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Let BD = a and DF = b.

In ΔFDC and ΔFBA,

∠FDC = ∠FBA [Both = 90°]

∠DFC = ∠BFA [Common angle]

∴ ∆FDC ~ ∆FBA [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{DF}{BF} = \frac{DC}{AB} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{DF}{BD + DF} = \frac{z}{x} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{b}{a + b} = \frac{z}{x} ..... (1)\end{aligned}$$

In ΔBDC and ΔBFE,

∠BDC = ∠BFE [Both = 90°]

∠DBC = ∠FBE [Common angle]

∴ ∆BDC ~ ∆BFE [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{BD}{BF} = \frac{CD}{EF} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{BD}{BD + DF} = \frac{z}{y} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{a}{a + b} = \frac{z}{y} ............ (2)\end{aligned}$$

Adding (1) and (2) we get :

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{b}{a + b} + \frac{a}{a + b} = \frac{z}{x} + \frac{z}{y} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{a + b}{a + b} = z\Big(\frac{1}{x} + \frac{1}{y}\Big) \\[1em] \Rightarrow 1 = z\Big(\frac{1}{x} + \frac{1}{y}\Big) \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{1}{z} = \frac{1}{x} + \frac{1}{y}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, proved that $\frac{1}{z} = \frac{1}{x} + \frac{1}{y}.$.

5Test Yourself

Triangle ABC is similar to triangle PQR. If AD and PM are corresponding medians of the two triangles, prove that: $\frac{\text{AB}}{\text{PQ}} = \frac{\text{AD}}{\text{PM}}$.

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Given, ∆ABC ~ ∆PQR

AD and PM are the medians, so BD = DC and QM = MR

Triangle ABC is similar to triangle PQR. If AD and PM are corresponding medians of the two triangles, prove that: AB/PQ = AD/PM. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$\frac{AB}{PQ} = \frac{BC}{QR}$

We can write,

$\frac{AB}{PQ} = \frac{\frac{BC}{2}}{\frac{QR}{2}} = \frac{BD}{QM}$

And, ∠ABC = ∠PQR i.e., ∠ABD = ∠PQM

∴ ∆ABD ~ ∆PQM [By SAS]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$\frac{AB}{PQ} = \frac{AD}{PM}$.

Hence, proved that $\frac{AB}{PQ} = \frac{AD}{PM}$.

6Test Yourself

Triangle ABC is similar to triangle PQR. If AD and PM are altitudes of the two triangles, prove that: $\frac{AB}{PQ} = \frac{AD}{PM}$.

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Given, ∆ABC ~ ∆PQR

Triangle ABC is similar to triangle PQR. If AD and PM are altitudes of the two triangles, prove that: AB/PQ = AD/PM. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

So,

∠ABC = ∠PQR i.e., ∠ABD = ∠PQM

Also, ∠ADB = ∠PMQ [Both are right angles]

∴ ∆ABD ~ ∆PQM [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$\frac{AB}{PQ} = \frac{AD}{PM}$.

Hence, proved that $\frac{AB}{PQ} = \frac{AD}{PM}$.

7Test Yourself

Triangle ABC is similar to triangle PQR. If bisector of angle BAC meets BC at point D and bisector of angle QPR meets QR at point M, prove that: $\frac{AB}{PQ} = \frac{AD}{PM}$.

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Given, ∆ABC ~ ∆PQR and AD and PM are the angle bisectors.

Triangle ABC is similar to triangle PQR. If bisector of angle BAC meets BC at point D and bisector of angle QPR meets QR at point M, prove that: AB/PQ = AD/PM. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

So,

⇒ ∠A = ∠P

⇒ $\frac{∠\text{A}}{2} = \frac{∠\text{P}}{2}$

⇒ ∠BAD = ∠QPM

Also, ∠ABC = ∠PQR i.e., ∠ABD = ∠PQM.

∴ ∆ABD ~ ∆PQM [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$\frac{AB}{PQ} = \frac{AD}{PM}$.

Hence, proved that $\frac{AB}{PQ} = \frac{AD}{PM}$.

8Test Yourself

In the following figure, ∠AXY = ∠AYX.

If $\frac{BX}{AX} = \frac{CY}{AY}$, show that triangle ABC is isosceles.

In the following figure, ∠AXY = ∠AYX. If BX/AX = CY/AY, show that triangle ABC is isosceles. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given,

∠AXY = ∠AYX

So, AX = AY = a (let) [Sides opposite to equal angles are equal.]

Given,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{BX}{AX} = \frac{CY}{AY} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{BX}{a} = \frac{CY}{a} \\[1em] \Rightarrow BX = CY = b.\end{aligned}$$

From figure,

AB = AX + XB = a + b.

AC = AY + CY = a + b.

So, AB = AC.

Hence, proved that ∆ABC is an isosceles triangle.

9Test Yourself

In the following figure, DE || AC and DC || AP. Prove that : $\frac{BE}{EC} = \frac{BC}{CP}$.

In the following figure, DE || AC and DC || AP. Prove that : BE/EC = BC/CP. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given, DE || AC

In △BAC,

By basic proportionality theorem,

$\frac{BE}{EC} = \frac{BD}{AD}$ .....(1)

Given, DC || AP

In △BPA,

By basic proportionality theorem,

$\frac{BC}{CP} = \frac{BD}{DA}$ .....(2)

$\frac{BE}{EC} = \frac{BC}{CP}$.

Hence, proved that $\frac{BE}{EC} = \frac{BC}{CP}$.

10Test Yourself

In the figure given below, AB ‖ EF ‖ CD. If AB = 22.5 cm, EP = 7.5 cm, PC = 15 cm and DC = 27 cm.

Calculate: (i) EF (ii) AC

In the figure, AB ‖ EF ‖ CD. If AB = 22.5 cm, EP = 7.5 cm, PC = 15 cm and DC = 27 cm. Calculate: (i) EF (ii) AC. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In ∆PCD and ∆PEF,

∠CPD = ∠EPF [Vertically opposite angles are equal]

∠DCP = ∠FEP [Alternate angles are equal]

∴ ∆PCD ~ ∆PEF [By AA]

Since corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{CD}{EF} = \frac{PC}{EP} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{27}{EF} = \frac{15}{7.5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow EF = \frac{27 \times 7.5}{15} \\[1em] \Rightarrow EF = 13.5 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, EF = 13.5 cm.

(ii) In ∆CEF and ∆CAB

∠FCE = ∠BCA [Common angles]

∠CFE = ∠CBA [As FE || BA, corresponding angles are equal]

∴ ∆CEF ~ ∆CAB [By AA]

Since corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{EC}{AC} = \frac{EF}{AB} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{PC + PE}{AC} = \frac{13.5}{22.5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{15 + 7.5}{AC} = \frac{13.5}{22.5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{22.5}{AC} = \frac{13.5}{22.5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow AC = \frac{22.5 \times 22.5}{13.5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow AC = 37.5 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, AC = 37.5 cm.

11Test Yourself

In ΔABC, ∠ABC = ∠DAC, AB = 8 cm, AC = 4 cm and AD = 5 cm.

(i) Prove that ΔACD is similar to ΔBCA.

(ii) Find BC and CD.

(iii) Find the area of ΔACD : area of ΔABC.

In ΔABC, ∠ABC = ∠DAC, AB = 8 cm, AC = 4 cm and AD = 5 cm. (i) Prove that ΔACD is similar to ΔBCA. (ii) Find BC and CD. (iii) Find the area of ΔACD : area of ΔABC. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In ∆ACD and ∆BCA,

∠DAC = ∠ABC [Given]

∠ACD = ∠BCA [Common angles]

∴ ∆ACD ~ ∆BCA [By AA]

Hence, proved that ∆ACD ~ ∆BCA.

(ii) Since, ∆ACD ~ ∆BCA

We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AC}{BC} = \frac{AD}{AB} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{4}{BC} = \frac{5}{8} \\[1em] \Rightarrow BC = \frac{4 \times 8}{5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow BC = \frac{32}{5} = 6.4 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Also,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{CD}{AC} = \frac{AD}{AB} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{CD}{4} = \frac{5}{8} \\[1em] \Rightarrow CD = \frac{4 \times 5}{8} \\[1em] \Rightarrow CD = \frac{5}{2} = 2.5 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, BC = 6.4 cm and CD = 2.5 cm.

(iii) As, ∆ACD ~ ∆BCA

We know that,

The areas of two similar triangles are proportional to the squares of their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\frac{\text{Area of ∆ACD}}{\text{Area of ∆ABC}} = \frac{AD^2}{AB^2} \\[1em] = \frac{5^2}{8^2} \\[1em] = \frac{25}{64}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, area of ∆ACD : area of ∆ABC = 25 : 64.

12Test Yourself

In the following figure, AD and CE are medians of ∆ABC. DF is drawn parallel to CE. Prove that:

(i) EF = FB,

(ii) AG : GD = 2 : 1

In the figure, AD and CE are medians of ∆ABC. DF is drawn parallel to CE. Prove that: (i) EF = FB, (ii) AG : GD = 2 : 1. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In ∆BFD and ∆BEC,

∠BFD = ∠BEC [Corresponding angles are equal]

∠FBD = ∠EBC [Common]

∴ ∆BFD ~ ∆BEC [By AA].

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$\Rightarrow \frac{BF}{BE} = \frac{BD}{BC}$

$\Rightarrow \frac{BF}{BE} = \frac{1}{2}$ [∵ AD is median so D is the mid-point of BC]

$\Rightarrow BE = 2BF$

From figure,

⇒ BE = BF + FE

⇒ 2BF = BF + FE

⇒ BF = FE.

Hence, proved that EF = FB.

(ii) In ∆AFD, EG || FD.

By basic proportionality theorem we have,

$\frac{AE}{EF} = \frac{AG}{GD}$ .....(1)

Now, AE = EB [∵ CE is median so E is the mid-point of AB]

As, AE = EB = 2EF [As, EF = FB].

Substituting value of AE in (1) we get,

$\frac{AG}{GD} = \frac{2EF}{EF} = \frac{2}{1}$.

Hence, AG : GD = 2 : 1.

13Test Yourself

The two similar triangles are equal in area. Prove that the triangles are congruent.

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Let's consider two similar triangles as ∆ABC ~ ∆PQR

We know that,

The areas of two similar triangles are proportional to the squares of their corresponding sides.

So,

$\frac{\text{Area of ∆ABC}}{\text{Area of ∆PQR}} = \Big(\frac{AB}{PQ}\Big)^2 = \Big(\frac{BC}{QR}\Big)^2 = \Big(\frac{AC}{PR}\Big)^2$

Since,

Area of ∆ABC = Area of ∆PQR [Given]

Hence,

AB = PQ

BC = QR

AC = PR

So, as the respective sides of two similar triangles are all of same length.

We can conclude that,

∆ABC ≅ ∆PQR [By SSS rule]

Hence proved that both triangles are congruent.

14Test Yourself

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.

The ratio between the altitudes of two similar triangles is 3 : 5; write the ratio between their: (i) corresponding medians, (ii) perimeters (iii) areas. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

So,

∠ABD = ∠PQS [As ∠ABC = ∠PQR]

∠ADB = ∠PSQ [Both = 90°]

So, △ABD ~ △PQS.

$\therefore \frac{AB}{PQ} = \frac{AD}{PS} = \frac{3}{5}$.

(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.

15Test Yourself

The ratio between the areas of two similar triangles is 16 : 25. State the ratio between their :

(i) perimeters

(ii) corresponding altitudes

(iii) corresponding medians.

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We know that,

The ratio between the areas of two similar triangles is same as the square of the ratio between their corresponding sides.

Given,

Ratio between areas = 16 : 25.

So, ratio between sides = $\sqrt{16} : \sqrt{25}$ = 4 : 5.

(i) The ratio between the perimeters of two similar triangles is same as the ratio between their sides.

Hence, the required ratio = 4 : 5.

(ii) The ratio between the altitudes of two similar triangles is same as the ratio between their sides.

Hence, the required ratio = 4 : 5.

(iii) The ratio between the medians of two similar triangles is same as the ratio between their sides.

Hence, the required ratio = 4 : 5.

16Test Yourself

On a map, drawn to a scale of 1 : 20000, a rectangular plot of land ABCD has AB = 24 cm and BC = 32 cm. Calculate :

(i) the diagonal distance of the plot in kilometre.

(ii) the area of the plot in sq. km.

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The rectangular plot of land ABCD on the map is shown below:

On a map, drawn to a scale of 1 : 20000, a rectangular plot of land ABCD has AB = 24 cm and BC = 32 cm. Calculate (i) the diagonal distance of the plot in kilometre (ii) the area of the plot in sq. km. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

(i) By pythagoras theorem,

⇒ AC2 = AB2 + BC2

⇒ AC2 = 242 + 322

⇒ AC2 = 576 + 1024

⇒ AC2 = 1600

⇒ AC = $\sqrt{1600}$ = 40 cm.

Given,

Scale (k) = $\frac{1}{20000}$

Length of diagonal distance in map = k × Length of diagonal of plot

40 = $\frac{1}{20000}$ × Length of diagonal of plot

Length of diagonal of plot = 40 × 20000 = 800000 cm = $\frac{800000}{100000}$ km = 8 km.

Hence, diagonal distance of plot = 8 km.

(ii) Area of plot on map = AB × BC = 24 × 32 = 768 cm2.

Area of plot on map = k2 × Area of actual plot

768 = $\Big(\frac{1}{20000}\Big)^2$ × Area of actual plot

Area of actual plot = 768 × 20000 × 20000 cm2

= $\frac{768 \times 20000 \times 20000}{100000 \times 100000}$ km2

= 30.72 km2.

Hence, area of plot = 30.72 km2.

17Test Yourself

The dimensions of the model of a multistoreyed building are 1 m by 60 cm by 1.20 m. If the scale factor is 1 : 50, find the actual dimensions of the building.

Also, find :

(i) the floor area of a room of the building, if the floor area of the corresponding room in the model is 50 sq. cm.

(ii) the space (volume) inside a room of the model, if the space inside the corresponding room of the building is 90 m3.

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Given,

Scale factor (k) = 1 : 50.

Dimensions of model = l × b × h = 1 m × 0.6 m × 1.2 m.

By formula,

$$\begin{aligned}\phantom{\Rightarrow} \frac{\text{Length of building's model}}{\text{Length of building}} = k \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{1}{\text{Length of building}} = \frac{1}{50} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Length of building} = 50 \text{ m}. \\[2em] \phantom{\Rightarrow} \frac{\text{Breadth of building's model}}{\text{Breadth of building}} = k \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{0.6}{\text{Breadth of building}} = \frac{1}{50} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Breadth of building} = 50 \times 0.6 = 30 \text{ m}. \\[2em] \phantom{\Rightarrow} \frac{\text{Height of building's model}}{\text{Height of building}} = k \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{1.2}{\text{Height of building}} = \frac{1}{50} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Height of building} = 50 \times 1.2 = 60 \text{ m}.\end{aligned}$$

Dimensions of building = 50 m × 30 m × 60 m.

(i) By formula,

Floor area of model room = k2 × Floor area of building room

50 = $\frac{1}{50} \times \frac{1}{50}$ × Floor area of building room

Floor area of building room = 50 × 50 × 50 = 125000 cm2 = $\frac{125000}{100 \times 100}$ m2 = 12.5 m2.

Hence, floor area of a room of the building = 12.5 m2.

(ii) By formula,

Volume of a room of model = k3 × Volume of a room of building

Volume of a room of model = $\frac{1}{50} \times \frac{1}{50} \times \frac{1}{50} \times 90$ = 0.00072 m3 = 0.00072 x 100 x 100 x 100 cm3 = 720 cm3.

Hence, the space inside a room of the model = 720 cm3.

18Test Yourself

In a triangle PQR, L and M are two points on the base QR, such that ∠LPQ = ∠QRP and ∠RPM = ∠RQP. Prove that :

(i) △PQL ~ △RPM

(ii) QL × RM = PL × PM

(iii) PQ2 = QR × QL

In a triangle PQR, L and M are two points on the base QR, such that ∠LPQ = ∠QRP and ∠RPM = ∠RQP. Prove that (i) △PQL ~ △RPM (ii) QL × RM = PL × PM (iii) PQ^2 = QR × QL. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In △PQL and △RPM

∠LPQ = ∠MRP (Given ∠LPQ = ∠QRP)

∠LQP = ∠RPM (Given ∠RPM = ∠RQP)

∴ △PQL ~ △RPM [By AA]

Hence, proved that △PQL ~ △RPM.

(ii) Since, △PQL ~ △RPM and corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{QL}{PM} = \frac{PL}{RM} \\[1em] \Rightarrow QL \times RM = PL \times PM.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, proved that QL × RM = PL × PM.

(iii) In △PQL and △RQP

∠LPQ = ∠QRP (Given)

∠Q = ∠Q [Common]

∴ △PQL ~ △RQP [By AA]

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{PQ}{RQ} = \frac{QL}{QP} \\[1em] \Rightarrow PQ^2 = QR \times QL.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, proved that PQ2 = QR x QL.

19Test Yourself

A triangle ABC with AB = 3 cm, BC = 6 cm and AC = 4 cm is enlarged to △DEF such that the longest side of △DEF = 9 cm. Find the scale factor and hence, the lengths of the other sides of △DEF.

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Longest side in △ABC = BC = 6 cm

Corresponding longest side in △DEF = EF = 9 cm.

Scale factor (k) = $\frac{EF}{BC} = \frac{9}{6} = \frac{3}{2}$ = 1.5

Triangle ABC is enlarged to DEF. So, the two triangles will be similar.

$\therefore \frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{BC}{EF} = \frac{AC}{DF} = \frac{2}{3}$.

So,

$$\begin{aligned}\phantom{\Rightarrow} \frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{2}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow DE = \frac{3}{2}AB \\[1em] = \frac{9}{2} \\[1em] = 4.5 \text{ cm}. \\[2em] \phantom{\Rightarrow} \frac{AC}{DF} = \frac{2}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow DF = \frac{3}{2}AC \\[1em] = \frac{12}{2} \\[1em] = 6 \text{ cm}. \\[1em]\end{aligned}$$

Hence, DE = 4.5 cm and DF = 6 cm.

20Test Yourself

Two isosceles triangles have equal vertical angles. Show that the triangles are similar.

If the ratio between the areas of these two triangles is 16 : 25, find the ratio between their corresponding altitudes.

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Let △ABC and △PQR be two isosceles triangles with AB = AC and PQ = PR.

Two isosceles triangles have equal vertical angles. Show that the triangles are similar. If the ratio between the areas of these two triangles is 16 : 25, find the ratio between their corresponding altitudes. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Then,

$\frac{AB}{AC} = \frac{PQ}{PR} = 1$.

or,

$\frac{AB}{PQ} = \frac{AC}{QR}$

Also,

∠A = ∠P (Given)

∴ △ABC ~ △PQR (By SAS)

We know that,

Ratio of areas of two similar triangles is same as the square of the ratio between their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore\frac{\text{Area of ∆ABC}}{\text{Area of ∆PQR}} = \Big(\frac{AB}{PQ}\Big)^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{16}{25} = \Big(\frac{AB}{PQ}\Big)^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AB}{PQ} = \sqrt{\frac{16}{25}} = \frac{4}{5}.\end{aligned}$$

We know that,

The ratio between sides of similar triangle is equal to ratio of their altitudes.

Hence, ratio between altitudes = 4 : 5.

21Test Yourself

In triangle ABC, AP : PB = 2 : 3. PO is parallel to BC and is extended to Q so that CQ is parallel to BA. Find :

(i) area △APO : area △ABC.

(ii) area △APO : area △CQO.

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(i) In △APO and △ABC,

∠APO = ∠ABC [Corresponding angles are equal]

∠PAO = ∠BAC [Common angle]

∴ △APO ~ △ABC [By AA].

Given,

$\frac{AP}{PB} = \frac{2}{3}$

Let AP = 2x and PB = 3x.

From figure,

AB = AP + PB = 2x + 3x = 5x.

We know that,

Ratio of areas of two similar triangles is same as the square of the ratio between their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore\frac{\text{Area of ∆APO}}{\text{Area of ∆ABC}} = \Big(\frac{AP}{AB}\Big)^2 \\[1em] = \Big(\frac{2x}{5x}\Big)^2 \\[1em] = \Big(\frac{2}{5}\Big)^2 \\[1em] = \frac{4}{25}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, area △APO : area △ABC = 4 : 25.

(ii) Since, PO || BC.

In △ABC,

By basic proportionality theorem,

$\frac{AO}{OC} = \frac{AP}{PB} = \frac{2}{3}$.

In △APO and △COQ,

∠AOP = ∠COQ [Vertical opposite angles are equal]

∠APO = ∠CQO [Alternate angles are equal]

∴ △APO ~ △COQ [By AA].

We know that,

Ratio of areas of two similar triangles is same as the square of the ratio between their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore\frac{\text{Area of ∆APO}}{\text{Area of ∆COQ}} = \Big(\frac{AO}{OC}\Big)^2 \\[1em] = \Big(\frac{2}{3}\Big)^2 \\[1em] = \frac{4}{9}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, area △APO : area △COQ = 4 : 9.

22Test Yourself

In the given figure, ABC is a triangle with ∠EDB = ∠ACB. Prove that △ABC ~ △EBD. If BE = 6 cm, EC = 4 cm, BD = 5 cm and area of △BED = 9 cm2. Calculate the :

(i) length of AB

(ii) area of △ABC

In the figure, ABC is a triangle with ∠EDB = ∠ACB. Prove that △ABC ~ △EBD. If BE = 6 cm, EC = 4 cm, BD = 5 cm and area of △BED = 9 cm^2. Calculate the (i) length of AB (ii) area of △ABC. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In △ABC and △EBD,

⇒ ∠EDB = ∠ACB [Given]

⇒ ∠DBE = ∠ABC [Common]

∴ △ABC ~ △EBD

From figure,

⇒ BC = BE + EC = 6 + 4 = 10 cm.

Since, corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional to each other.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AB}{BE} = \frac{BC}{BD} \\[1em] \Rightarrow AB = \frac{BC \times BE}{BD} \\[1em] \Rightarrow AB = \frac{10 \times 6}{5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow AB = 12 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, length of AB = 12 cm.

(ii) We know that,

Ratio of areas of two similar triangles is same as the square of the ratio between their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of ∆ABC}}{\text{Area of ∆BED}} = \Big(\frac{AB}{BE}\Big)^2 \\[1em] \frac{\text{Area of ∆ABC}}{9} = \Big(\frac{12}{6}\Big)^2 \\[1em] \text{Area of ∆ABC} = \Big(\frac{12}{6}\Big)^2 \times 9 \\[1em] \text{Area of ∆ABC} = 36 \text{ cm}^2.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, area of ∆ABC = 36 cm2.

23Test Yourself

In the given figure, ABC is a right angled triangle with ∠BAC = 90°.

(i) Prove that : △ADB ~ △CDA.

(ii) If BD = 18 cm and CD = 8 cm, find AD.

(iii) Find the ratio of the area of △ADB is to area of △CDA.

In the figure, ABC is a right angled triangle with ∠BAC = 90°. (i) Prove that : △ADB ~ △CDA. (ii) If BD = 18 cm and CD = 8 cm, find AD. (iii) Find the ratio of the area of △ADB is to area of △CDA. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) Let ∠CAD = x.

So, ∠DAB = 90° - x.

In △ABD,

⇒ ∠DAB + ∠ADB + ∠ABD = 180° [By angle sum property]

⇒ 90° - x + 90° + ∠ABD = 180°

⇒ 180° - x + ∠ABD = 180°

⇒ ∠ABD = x + 180° - 180°

⇒ ∠ABD = x.

In △ADB and △CDA,

⇒ ∠CAD = ∠ABD (Both = x)

⇒ ∠CDA = ∠ADB (Both = 90°)

∴ △ADB ~ △CDA [By AA]

Hence, proved that △ADB ~ △CDA.

(ii) Since, △ADB ~ △CDA and corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional to each other.

$\frac{BD}{AD} = \frac{AD}{CD}$

⇒ AD2 = BD × CD

⇒ AD2 = 18 × 8

⇒ AD2 = 144

⇒ AD = $\sqrt{144}$ = 12 cm.

Hence, AD = 12 cm.

(iii) We know that,

Ratio of areas of two similar triangles is same as the square of the ratio between their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore\frac{\text{Area of ∆ADB}}{\text{Area of ∆CDA}} = \Big(\frac{AD}{CD}\Big)^2 \\[1em] = \Big(\frac{12}{8}\Big)^2 \\[1em] = \Big(\frac{3}{2}\Big)^2 \\[1em] = \frac{9}{4}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, ratio of the area of △ADB to area of △CDA = 9 : 4.

24Test Yourself

ABC is a right angled triangle with ∠ABC = 90°. D is any point on AB and DE is perpendicular to AC. Prove that :

(i) △ADE ~ △ACB

(ii) If AC = 13 cm, BC = 5 cm and AE = 4 cm. Find DE and AD.

(iii) Find, area of △ADE : area of quadrilateral BCED.

ABC is a right angled triangle with ∠ABC = 90°. D is any point on AB and DE is perpendicular to AC. Prove that (i) △ADE ~ △ACB (ii) If AC = 13 cm, BC = 5 cm and AE = 4 cm. Find DE and AD. (iii) Find, area of △ADE : area of quadrilateral BCED. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In △ADE and △ACB,

⇒ ∠AED = ∠ABC [Both = 90°]

⇒ ∠EAD = ∠CAB [Common angle]

∴ △ADE ~ △ACB [By AA].

Hence, proved that △ADE ~ △ACB.

(ii) In right angle triangle ABC,

⇒ AC2 = AB2 + BC2

⇒ 132 = AB2 + 52

⇒ 169 = AB2 + 25

⇒ AB2 = 144

⇒ AB = $\sqrt{144}$ = 12 cm.

Since, △ADE ~ △ACB and corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional to each other.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{AE}{AB} = \frac{DE}{BC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{DE}{5} = \frac{4}{12} \\[1em] \Rightarrow DE = \frac{20}{12} = \frac{5}{3} = 1\frac{2}{3} \text{ cm}. \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AD}{AC} = \frac{AE}{AB} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AD}{13} = \frac{4}{12} \\[1em] \Rightarrow AD = \frac{52}{12} \\[1em] \Rightarrow AD = \frac{13}{3} = 4\frac{1}{3} \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, DE = $1\frac{2}{3} \text{ cm and } AD = 4\frac{1}{3}$ cm.

(iii) From figure,

Area of △ADE = $\frac{1}{2} \times AE \times DE$

$$\begin{aligned}= \frac{1}{2} \times 4 \times \frac{5}{3} \\[1em] = \frac{10}{3} \text{ cm}^2 \\[1em] \text{Area of △ABC} = \frac{1}{2} \times BC \times AB \\[1em] = \frac{1}{2} \times 5 \times 12 \\[1em] = 30 \text{ cm}^2.\end{aligned}$$

Area of quadrilateral BCED = Area of △ABC - Area of △ADE

$$\begin{aligned}= 30 - \frac{10}{3} \\[1em] = \frac{90 - 10}{3} \\[1em] = \frac{80}{3} \text{ cm}^2. \\[1em] \frac{\text{Area of △ADE}}{\text{Area of quadrilateral BCED}} = \frac{\frac{10}{3}}{\frac{80}{3}} \\[1em] = \frac{10}{80} = \frac{1}{8}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, area of △ADE : area of quadrilateral BCED = 1 : 8.

25Test Yourself

Given : AB || DE and BC || EF. Prove that :

(i) $\frac{AD}{DG} = \frac{CF}{FG}$

(ii) △DFG ~ △ACG.

Given : AB || DE and BC || EF. Prove that AD/DG = CF/FG. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In △ABG, DE || AB.

So, by basic proportionality theorem we get,

$\frac{DG}{AD} = \frac{GE}{BE}$ .....(1)

In △BCG, EF || BC.

So, by basic proportionality theorem we get,

$\frac{GE}{BE} = \frac{FG}{CF}$ .....(2)

From (1) and (2) we get,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{DG}{AD} = \frac{FG}{CF} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AD}{DG} = \frac{CF}{FG}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, proved that $\frac{AD}{DG} = \frac{CF}{FG}.$

(ii) In △DFG and △ACG,

⇒ $\frac{AD}{DG} = \frac{CF}{FG}$ [Proved above]

⇒ ∠DGF = ∠AGC [Common angle]

∴ △DFG ~ △ACG [By SAS]

Hence, proved that △DFG ~ △ACG.

26Test Yourself

PQR is a triangle. S is a point on the side QR of △PQR such that ∠PSR = ∠QPR. Given QP = 8 cm, PR = 6 cm and SR = 3 cm.

(i) Prove △PQR ~ △SPR.

(ii) Find the lengths of QR and PS.

(iii) $\frac{\text{area of △PQR}}{\text{area of △SPR}}$

PQR is a triangle. S is a point on the side QR of △PQR such that ∠PSR = ∠QPR. Given QP = 8 cm, PR = 6 cm and SR = 3 cm. (i) Prove △PQR ~ △SPR. (ii) Find the lengths of QR and PS. area of △PQR / area of △SPR. Similarity, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In △PQR and △SPR,

⇒ ∠PSR = ∠QPR [Given]

⇒ ∠PRQ = ∠PRS [Common angle]

∴ △PQR ~ △SPR [By AA]

Hence, proved that △PQR ~ △SPR.

(ii) Since, △PQR ~ △SPR and corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{QR}{PR} = \frac{PR}{SR} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{QR}{6} = \frac{6}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow QR = \frac{36}{3} = 12 \text{ cm}. \\[1em] \text{ Also}, \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{PQ}{SP} = \frac{PR}{SR} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{8}{SP} = \frac{6}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow SP = \frac{24}{6} = 4 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, QR = 12 cm and PS = 4 cm.

(iii) We know that,

Ratio of areas of two similar triangles is same as the square of the ratio between their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore\frac{\text{Area of ∆PQR}}{\text{Area of ∆SPR}} = \Big(\frac{PQ}{SP}\Big)^2 \\[1em] = \Big(\frac{8}{4}\Big)^2 \\[1em] = (2)^2 \\[1em] = 4.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, $\frac{\text{area of △PQR}}{\text{area of △SPR}}$ = 4 : 1.

1Case-Study Based Question

Rohan is trying to find the height of a tower shown below. He is using the properties of similar triangles. He observes a lamp post near it of height 5 m casting a shadow of 4 m on the ground. At the same time, he himself is casting a shadow of 1 m on the ground.

Based on the above information, answer the following questions :

(i) What is the height of the tower ?

(ii) What is Rohan's height ?

(iii) What will be the length of the shadow of the lamp post when the tower casts a shadow of 35 m ?

Rohan is trying to find the height of a tower shown below. He is using the properties of similar triangles. He observes a lamp post near it of height 5 m casting a shadow of 4 m on the ground. At the same time, he himself is casting a shadow of 1 m on the ground. Similarity (With Applications to Maps and Modules), Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Rohan is trying to find the height of a tower shown below. He is using the properties of similar triangles. He observes a lamp post near it of height 5 m casting a shadow of 4 m on the ground. At the same time, he himself is casting a shadow of 1 m on the ground. Similarity (With Applications to Maps and Modules), Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Since the lamp post, tower, and Rohan are all vertical to the ground and sunlight makes the same angle, the triangles formed are similar.

(i) Thus,

△ABC ∼ △DEF

We know that,

In similar triangles, corresponding sides are proportional (in the same ratio).

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AB}{BC} = \frac{DE}{EF} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{5}{4} = \frac{DE}{28} \\[1em] \Rightarrow DE = \frac{5}{4} \times 28 = 5 \times 7 = 35 \text{ m}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, the height of the tower = 35 m.

(ii) Thus,

△ABC ∼ △PQR

In similar triangles, corresponding sides are proportional (in the same ratio).

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{AB}{BC} = \frac{PQ}{QR} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{5}{4} = \frac{PQ}{1} \\[1em] \Rightarrow PQ = \frac{5}{4} \times 1 = \frac{5}{4} = 1.25 \text{ m}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, Rohan's height = 1.25 m.

(iii) When tower casts a shadow of 35 m,

Due to similarity,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{\text{Height of tower}}{\text{Length of shadow of tower}} = \frac{\text{Height of lamp}}{\text{Length of shadow of lamp}} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{35}{35} = \frac{5}{\text{Length of shadow of lamp}} \\[1em] \Rightarrow 1 = \frac{5}{\text{Length of shadow of lamp}} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Length of shadow of lamp} = 5 \text{ m}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, length of shadow of lamp = 5 m.

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