Math Problem Statement
Casey enlarged “U” proportionally so that it has a height of . What was her zoom factor? What is the base of this new “U”? Justify your conclusion.
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Proportional Scaling
Formulas
Zoom factor = New height / Original height
Base of new shape = Zoom factor × Original base
Theorems
Proportionality Theorem
Similarity in Geometric Figures
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8
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