Question

if a small garden plot measures 4 feet by 6 feet and is scaled up by a factor of 2.5, what are the new dimensions?
a. 12 feet by 18 feet
b. 16 feet by 24 feet
c. 8 feet by 12 feet
d. 10 feet by 15 feet

Explanation:

Step1: Multiply first dimension

Multiply the original 4 - foot side by 2.5.
$4\times2.5 = 10$

Step2: Multiply second dimension

Multiply the original 6 - foot side by 2.5.
$6\times2.5=15$

Answer:

D. 10 feet by 15 feet