SOLUTION: Two round fountains are similar. One measures 7'2" across and the other measures 12'1" across. Find the scale factor from the small one to the large one. Thank you!

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Question 479658: Two round fountains are similar. One measures 7'2" across and the other measures 12'1" across. Find the scale factor from the small one to the large one.
Thank you!
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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7'2 = 86 inches
12'1 = 145 inches
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The factor for the diameter = 86/145