Question

Could you help me with this problem?

Answer 1

@campbell_st

Answer 2

with similar shapes, which this question is abut,

if you know the ratio of the linear measurements

you are told its 3: 1

then the ratio of the areas in the square of the linear ratio

so

\[3^2 : 1^1\]

what happens when you simplify it...?

Answer 3

9:1 ?

Answer 4

Sorry for the delay..

Answer 5

thats ok... you're correct... the the area of the outer shape is 9 times larger..

Answer 6

Thank you!