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Geometric Standards for Similarity in Prototype Fabrication
In a professional design or engineering environment, ensuring that a scaled model is mathematically 'similar' to the original part is critical for maintaining the design's geometric integrity. Imagine you are drafting a training memo for new technicians in a 3D-printing lab. Define what it means for two figures to be 'similar' by identifying the two specific geometric conditions that must be met regarding their corresponding angles and their corresponding side lengths. In your explanation, clarify whether one or both of these conditions must be satisfied for the figures to be considered similar.
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