What is a scale factor?
Scale Factor

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A scale factor is a number that scales, or multiplies, some quantity. It is used to determine the proportional relationship between two similar figures.
2.
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If the scale factor is greater than 1, what happens to the figure?
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The figure is enlarged.
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If the scale factor is less than 1, what happens to the figure?
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The figure is reduced.
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What is the scale factor from a smaller figure to a larger figure?
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The scale factor is greater than 1.
5.
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What is the scale factor from a larger figure to a smaller figure?
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The scale factor is less than 1.
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How do you calculate the actual distance using a scale?
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Multiply the distance on the map by the scale factor.
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What is an enlargement in terms of scale drawings?
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An enlargement is when a scale drawing is larger than the original figure.
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