Question

question 7
10 points
what kind of transformation is used to create a bullseye with different circles?
a dilation
b translation
c reflection
d rotation
a
b
c
d

Explanation:

To determine the transformation for a bullseye (concentric circles), we analyze each option:

• Option A (dilation): Dilation is a transformation that changes the size of a figure while keeping its shape. Concentric circles in a bullseye are created by scaling (enlarging or reducing) a circle around a common center, which matches dilation.
• Option B (translation): Translation moves a figure without changing its size, shape, or orientation. This does not create concentric circles.
• Option C (reflection): Reflection flips a figure over a line. It does not create circles of different sizes around a center.
• Option D (rotation): Rotation turns a figure around a point. It does not change the size of the figure, so it cannot create circles of different radii.

Thus, dilation is the correct transformation.

Answer:

A. dilation