
Understanding Scale Factors

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6th - 8th Grade
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Olivia Brooks
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main drawback of using the butterfly method without understanding the concept of scale factors?
It is too complex for beginners.
It can lead to incorrect results.
It requires advanced mathematical skills.
It doesn't help in understanding the concept.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do you find the scale factor when a side of a smaller shape is multiplied to get a larger shape?
Subtract the length of the smaller side from the larger side.
Multiply the lengths of the sides.
Divide the length of the larger side by the smaller side.
Add the lengths of the sides.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When determining a scale factor, why is it important to choose matching sides?
To avoid using algebra.
To maintain the proportions between the shapes.
To ensure the shapes are identical.
To make calculations easier.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
If a side of a shape is 15 and its corresponding side in a similar shape is 9, what is the scale factor?
0.6
0.4
1.5
2.0
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should you do if your calculated scale factor results in a logically inconsistent solution?
Change the method of calculation.
Assume the shapes are not similar.
Recheck your calculations and logic.
Ignore the result and move on.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important to write the calculated values on the diagram?
To avoid recalculating the values.
To visually verify the logical consistency.
To make the diagram look complete.
To ensure the diagram is colorful.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
If a side of 3.1 becomes 2.7 after applying a scale factor, what is the scale factor?
0.95
0.87
1.15
1.05
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