Draw an equilateral triangle $ABC$ with each side $4\, cm$. Construct a triangle similar to it with a scale factor of $\frac{3}{5}$. Is the new triangle also equilateral?

  • A
    Yes,it is equilateral.
  • B
    No,it is isosceles.
  • C
    No,it is scalene.
  • D
    No,it is a right-angled triangle.

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