- A4 : 5
- B16 : 25
- C2 : 5
- D5 : 4
Step-by-Step Solution
The ratio of areas equals the square of the ratio of sides, so side ratio = √16 : √25 = 4 : 5.
Answer: A) 4 : 5
The areas of two similar triangles are in the ratio 16 : 25. Find the ratio of their corresponding sides.
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