How to find scale factor on a graph?

Understand the Problem

The question is asking for a method to determine the scale factor on a graph, which typically involves comparing the distances or dimensions shown on the graph to actual measurements.

Answer

Scale Factor = New Dimension ÷ Original Dimension

The final answer is Scale Factor = New Dimension ÷ Original Dimension

Answer for screen readers

The final answer is Scale Factor = New Dimension ÷ Original Dimension

More Information

A scale factor is a number which scales or multiplies some quantity. In geometry, a scale factor changes the size of a figure but doesn't affect its shape.

Tips

A common mistake is to mix up the original and new dimensions. Always ensure you are dividing the new dimension by the original dimension to avoid errors.

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