Math Problem Statement

Trapezoid A'B'C'D' is the dilation of trapezoid ABCD. Which algebraic representation shows this dilation?

Solution

To determine which algebraic representation shows the dilation of trapezoid ABCDABCD to ABCDA'B'C'D', we need to examine the scale factor of the transformation.

  1. Identify the transformation type: Dilation involves scaling the coordinates of each point by a certain factor.

  2. Measure or observe the scaling factor: From the diagram, it appears that trapezoid ABCDA'B'C'D' is larger than trapezoid ABCDABCD. We need to verify the scale factor by comparing the coordinates or observing proportional changes.

  3. Analyze options based on scaling factors:

    • Option (x, y) → (2x, 2y) suggests a scale factor of 2 (each coordinate is doubled).
    • Option (x, y) → (3x, 2y) is an inconsistent scaling and does not represent a typical dilation.
    • Option (x, y) → (0.5x, 0.5y) suggests a reduction by half, or a scale factor of 0.5.
    • Option (2x, 2y) → (x, y) suggests a reduction by half in reverse.

Given the layout and alignment of the points in ABCDA'B'C'D' relative to ABCDABCD, the most likely correct answer is (x, y) → (2x, 2y), representing a dilation with a scale factor of 2.

Would you like further details on the solution, or do you have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions that might interest you:

  1. How do you calculate the scale factor of a dilation?
  2. What is the effect of different scale factors on geometric shapes?
  3. How do dilations affect the area and perimeter of a shape?
  4. Can dilations be represented with negative scale factors?
  5. How does dilation differ from translation or rotation in transformations?

Tip: When identifying transformations, focus on whether coordinates are proportionally scaled, shifted, or rotated.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Dilation
Scale Factor
Coordinate Transformation

Formulas

Dilation formula: (x, y) -> (kx, ky), where k is the scale factor

Theorems

Dilation Theorem in coordinate geometry

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10