Key term for OCR GCSE Mathematics, used in Similarity.
The multiplier (k) used to convert a length on one shape to the corresponding length on a similar shape.
Linear scale factor appears in OCR GCSE Mathematics revision content for Congruence and Similarity, especially Similarity and Similarity in Shapes.
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Congruence and Similarity
Similarity • Triangle Similarity