Triangle Similarity 429Ef0
1. **Problem Statement:** We have two similar triangles ABC and DEF. Given sides are $AB=3$ cm, $BC=4$ cm, and $DE=6$ cm. We need to find the length of side $EF$.
2. **Formula and Concept:** Since the triangles are similar, corresponding sides are proportional. This means:
$$\frac{AB}{DE} = \frac{BC}{EF}$$
3. **Substitute Known Values:**
$$\frac{3}{6} = \frac{4}{EF}$$
4. **Solve for $EF$:**
Cross-multiply:
$$3 \times EF = 6 \times 4$$
$$3EF = 24$$
Divide both sides by 3:
$$EF = \frac{24}{3} = 8$$
5. **Answer:** The length of side $EF$ is 8 cm.
This uses the property of similar triangles where corresponding sides have equal ratios, allowing us to find the unknown side by setting up a proportion.