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QuizMultiple Choice
Determining a Scale Factor
Question 4 • * SY2025-26 - 1205040 M/J Grade 7 Mathematics Sem 1 CR
Basil was shown this enlargement, and he was asked to find the perimeter of the enlarged shape. His work is shown below.Figures not drawn to scale.Basil’s WorkScale factorSide ASide B PerimeterWhere, if any, did Basil first make a mistake in his work?
Answer
A
Basil made a mistake finding the scale factor.B
Basil made a mistake when finding the length of either side A or side B.C
Basil made a mistake finding the perimeter.D
Basil did not make any mistakes in his work.