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What does the term scale factor tell you? How do we use scale factors

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stephy2021
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Answer:

The scale factor tells you the ratio of any two corresponding lengths in two similar geometric figures. The formula is Scale factor = Dimensions of the new shape ÷ Dimensions of the original shape.  

Explanation:

Scale factors can be used to calculate the dimensions of a new figure or the original figure by substituting the values in the same formula. It is also used to create maps and other scale diagrams.

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