To find the scale factor, we compare the change in length of the sides.
The original length of the sides is 3 centimeters.
The enlarged length of the sides is 8 centimeters.
To find the scale factor, we divide the enlarged length by the original length:
Scale factor = Enlarged length / Original length = 8 cm / 3 cm = 2.667
Therefore, Leo used a scale factor of 2.667 to create the photograph from the original.
Leo designs a piece of jewelry in the shape of a regulator pentagon. Each side of the object measures 3 centimeters. Leo photographs the object, enlarges it so that the sides each measure 8 centimeters, and prints the photo. What scale factor did Leo use to create the photograph from the original? (1 point)
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