standard_description: Understand that a two-dimensional figure is similar to another if the second can be obtained from the first by a sequence of rotations, reflections, translations, and dilations; given two similar two-dimensional figures, describe a sequence that exhibits the similarity between them.
problem_activity: A vase in the shape of a rectangular prism measures
$$9\frac{1}{2}$$
inches tall, and has a
$$4$$
inch square base.
a.   If the vase is filled
$$\frac{3}{4}$$
of the way with water, how much water is in the vase?
b.   The vase came in a cardboard box. Each dimension of the box was
$$\frac{1}{2}$$
inch greater than the dimensions of the vase. How much cardboard was used to make the box?


aligns: no