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3.2 and. 4.8 what is the scale factor of dilation

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Answer:

1:1.5

Explanation:

Use algebra:

3.2 to 4.8 = 1 to x


(3.2)/(4.8) = (1)/(x)

Now cross-multiply:

3.2x=4.8×1

x=
(4.8)/(3.6)

x=1.5

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