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The document consists of various mathematical problems related to enlargement, similar figures, and triangle properties. It includes tasks such as finding scale factors, calculating shadow lengths, and determining distances using similar triangles. Additionally, it presents a scenario involving a river breadth calculation and the height of a pole supported by cables.

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Test 2

The document consists of various mathematical problems related to enlargement, similar figures, and triangle properties. It includes tasks such as finding scale factors, calculating shadow lengths, and determining distances using similar triangles. Additionally, it presents a scenario involving a river breadth calculation and the height of a pole supported by cables.

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Chapter 7 (Test 2)

1. Copy the given diagram using plenty of space. Use the given centre of enlargement (O) and
these scale factors to enlarge the shape if the scale factor is 2.
A B

O C

2. Each of the pairs of figures shown here are similar. Find the scale factor, x, and y value for
each pairs.

25 45
3.0

1.2

3. The diagram shows a shape and its image after enlargement. Find the scale factor, and the
coordinates (x, y) of the centre of enlargement.

2 4 6 8 10 12
4. A 2-meter-tall pole is placed vertically on level ground, and a light is fixed at a height of 5
meters on a nearby pole. The light casts a shadow of the pole on a wall. Use triangles to
assist with the following questions. How long will the shadow be if the distance between
the wall and the light is 6 meters?

pole

5m

5. For this pair of triangles:


a. Give a reason why the two triangles are similar.
b. Determine the distance across the road, DE .

2.5m 5m

4.5m

6. Nancy wishes to determine the breadth of a river without crossing it. She places four pegs
as shown. Calculate the breadth of the river.

16m

40m
7. Two cables support a steel pole at the same angle as shown. The two cables are 5m and 10
m in length, and the shorter cable reaches 4 m up the pole.
a. Give a reason why the two triangles are similar.
b. Find the height of the pole.

5m 4m

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