Explain why a transformation preserves similarity — Review — page 1
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Worksheet directions

Grade 8 • Review • Choose a strategy for each problem. Explain or check your thinking where requested.

Sample questions

  1. Explain why a dilation followed by a rigid motion preserves similarity. Use Set E values. Answer: ___
  2. Explain why a dilation followed by a rigid motion preserves similarity. Use Set C values. Answer: ___
  3. Explain why a dilation followed by a rigid motion preserves similarity. Use Set D values. Answer: ___
  4. Explain why a dilation followed by a rigid motion preserves similarity. Use Set F values. Answer: ___
  5. Explain why a dilation followed by a rigid motion preserves similarity. Use Set G values. Answer: ___
  6. Explain why a dilation followed by a rigid motion preserves similarity. Answer: ___

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Common Core connections

Source labels: 8.G.A.1–5. Review the learning goals below to check the fit for your class.

  • 8.G.A.1 — Properties of rotations, reflections, translations
  • 8.G.A.2 — Understand congruence through transformations
  • 8.G.A.4 — Understand similarity through transformations
  • 8.G.A.5 — Angle relationships in triangles and parallel lines

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