Question

under a dilation, the point (2, 6) is moved to (6, 18) what is the scale factor of the dilation? enter your answer in the box.

Explanation:

Step1: Divide new x by original x

$\frac{6}{2} = 3$

Step2: Verify with y-coordinates

$\frac{18}{6} = 3$

Answer:

3