If the ratio of the length of sides on two similar figures is a:b, what is the ratio of the areas of the two figures? 2a : 3b a : b a$^2$ : b$^2$ a$^2$ : b$^2$
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This means that for every unit increase in length on the first figure, the corresponding length on the second figure increases by a*b units. Now, let's consider the area of the figures. The area of a figure is determined by the square of its side length. So, if Show more…
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