Generating Scale Drawings Using Whole Number Scale Factors

Generating Scale Drawings Using Whole Number Scale Factors

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Mathematics

6th - 7th Grade

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This video tutorial explains how to generate scale drawings using whole number scale factors. It covers the concept of scale factors, which are numbers used to multiply the dimensions of an original figure to create a new figure. The tutorial addresses common misunderstandings, such as confusing scale factors with addition or using different scale factors for length and width. It emphasizes the importance of using the same scale factor for both dimensions to maintain the shape of the original drawing. The lesson concludes with a summary of the key points discussed.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Describe the difference between adding and multiplying when applying a scale factor.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Why is it important to use the same scale factor for both length and width in a drawing?

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