Enlargement GCSE Maths
Enlargement changes the size of a shape. The image may be larger or smaller depending on the scale factor.
Key Enlargement Words
- Scale factor
- Centre of enlargement
- Object and image
- Similar shapes
Exam tip: When describing an enlargement, include both the scale factor and the centre of enlargement.
Common mistake: Students sometimes enlarge from the wrong centre and draw the image in the wrong position.
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