Dilations and Scale Factor

Front

If the scale factor is less than one, the new figure will be

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a reduction

Front

If the scale factor is greater than one, the new figure will be

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an enlargement

Front

In a dilation, what mathematical operation is used with the scale factor? Options: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division

Back

multiplication

Front

Does a dilation produce a similar figure?

Back

True

Front

What is the scale factor?

Back

1/2

Front

What is the scale factor?

Back

3

Front

_________ ________ is the number you multiply by the sides to create a similar figure.

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Scale Factor

Front

What is the scale factor from the small shape to the big shape?

Back

2

Front

The point (8, 12) was dilated to become point (2, 3). What is the scale factor?

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¼

Front

Does a dilation produce a congruent figure?

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False