Scaling Factors
You can adjust your starting polygon by moving points A, B, C, and D. Then explore the effects of a scaling factor by using the slider. Consider the following questions:
- How do the side lengths of your original polygon compare to the side lengths of the scaled polygon?
- How does a negative scale factor effect your original polygon?
- Where have you seen scaling factors in the real world? Why are scales important? (think about maps, or blueprints)