SOLUTION: Given 2 similar triangles, βˆ†π΄π΅πΆ β‰ˆ βˆ†πΎπ½πΌ, with AB = 7.9cm; AC = 3.8cm; BC = 4.8cm and JK = 5.7cm. Determine the lengths of the unknown sides.

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Question 1181048: Given 2 similar triangles, βˆ†π΄π΅πΆ β‰ˆ βˆ†πΎπ½πΌ, with AB = 7.9cm; AC = 3.8cm; BC =
4.8cm and JK = 5.7cm. Determine the lengths of the unknown sides.

Answer by josgarithmetic(39630) About Me  (Show Source):
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Use the ratios of corresponding sides.

AB%2FKJ=BC%2FJI=CA%2FIK

You were already given AB, AC, BC, and JK. You will be able to form two equations, and solve for JI and IK.