Math Problem Statement
2.8 Choose the best answer for each of the following. Type only the number and letter to the answer in the answer block, e.g., 3.1.5 D [6]
2.8.1 If a triangle is enlarged by factor 3, the area of the enlarged triangle will be … times bigger than the original triangle. (2)
A. 1
B. 3
C. 6
D. 9
2.8.2 If a square is enlarged by factor 2, the area of the enlarged square will be …… times bigger than the original square. (2)
A. 1
B. 2
C. 4
D. 8
E. 16
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometric Scaling
Area of Shapes
Scaling Factor
Formulas
Area of a triangle = 1/2 * base * height
Area of a square = side^2
Area scaling factor = (enlargement factor)^2
Theorems
Scaling Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8