Question

polygon p is a scaled copy of polygon n. what scale factor takes polygon n to polygon p?

Explanation:

Step1: Identify corresponding sides

Take a pair of corresponding sides. For example, the side of length \(4\) in polygon \(N\) and the side of length \(10\) in polygon \(P\).

Step2: Calculate the scale factor

The scale factor \(k\) is given by the formula \(k=\frac{\text{length of side in }P}{\text{length of corresponding side in }N}\). So \(k = \frac{10}{4}=\frac{5}{2}=2.5\).

Answer:

\(2.5\)