Question

A rectangular field that measures 24 feet by 20 feet must be increased by a scale factor of 1.6. The new dimensions of the field will be____feet by 32 feet.

A. 36
B. 15
C. 38.4
D. 25.6

Answer 1

Explanation:

here is a step-by-step explanation of how to find the new dimensions of the field:

Start with the original dimensions of the field: 24 feet by 20 feet

Apply the scale factor of 1.6 to the length (24 feet): 24 feet * 1.6 = 38.4 feet

Apply the scale factor of 1.6 to the width (20 feet): 20 feet * 1.6 = 32 feet

The new dimensions of the field are: 38.4 feet by 32 feet.

Answer 2

The answer is C, 38.4
20x1.6=32
24x1.6=38.4