Question

question 16 of 50 the dilation is an example of: a reduction. an enlargement. a reflection.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall dilation definition

Dilation is a transformation that changes the size of a figure. If the image is smaller than the original, it's a reduction; if larger, an enlargement.

Step2: Compare the two smileys

The original smiley (left) is larger than the image (right). So the dilation reduces the figure's size.

Step3: Evaluate options

• "a reduction": Matches the size change (image is smaller).
• "an enlargement": Incorrect, as image is smaller.
• "a reflection": Reflection flips, not changes size, so incorrect.

Answer:

a reduction