Objective: I will describe the effect of scale factor on perimeter and area. I will use similarity to make indirect measurements.
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Journal: Why is the area ratio the square of the scale factor?
Homework due today: Notes for Applications of Similar Triangles
Homework for next time: 4A Writing Assignment (You should also complete the portion of the review packet that you don't complete before the test.)
Textbook Resources: Chapter 7-5
In class practice: Chapter 7 Word Problems & Proportions and Similar Figures Review