Question

rectangle b is a scaled copy of rectangle a. what scale factor takes rectangle a to rectangle b?

Explanation:

Step1: Recall the formula for scale factor

The scale factor \(k\) from rectangle \(A\) to rectangle \(B\) can be found by comparing corresponding sides. If we consider the length (or width), \(k=\frac{\text{side of }B}{\text{side of }A}\).

Step2: Calculate the scale factor using length

Using the length: \(k = \frac{32.76}{12.6}\)

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Step3: Verify using width

Using the width: \(k=\frac{11.7}{4.5}\)

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Answer:

\(2.6\)