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What is the linear scaling factor for a12 in.

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 plate compared to a 9 in. plate? 

 

 

asked Jul 15, 2014 in PHYSICS by anonymous

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Definition of scale factor

If the equation y=Cx

Here C is the scale factor for x.

Substitute 12 in. for x and 9 in. for y.

9 = 12C

C = 9/12

    = 3/4

   = 0.75

Therefore, the scale factor for 12 in. is 0.75

answered Jul 15, 2014 by bradely Mentor

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