Chapter 8- Scale Factor and Similarity Flashcards
1
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Scale
A
A comparison between the actual size of an object and it’s image.
2
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Scale Factor
A
The constant factor by which all dimensions of an object are enlarged/ reduced.
3
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Reduction
A
A decrease in the dimensions of an object by a constant factor.
4
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Similar
A
Figures that have the same shape, but different size.
5
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Enlargment
A
An increase in the dimensions if an object by a constant factor.
6
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Polygon
A
A two dimensional closed figure made of three or more lines.
