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Overview of Transformations

Question 7 • 2026-2027 RoiSWood Geometry S2

Describe how the triangle moves when it is dilated.

Answer
A
The triangle changes size, but not shape.
B
The triangle changes shape.
C
The triangle flips upside down.
D
The triangle completes a full turn.

Explanation

A dilation enlarges or reduces a figure by scaling its lengths by the same factor. The triangle’s angles and proportions stay the same, so its shape does not change. Therefore, the triangle changes size, but not shape.

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