Example 2

Determine if the two figures are congruent by identifying the transformations that have taken place. Note: Drag points , , and to try different figures. Drag point to move the transformed figure.

1. Determine the lengths of the sides.
2. Identify the transformations that have occurred.
3. Calculate the scale factor of the changes in the side lengths.
4. State the conclusion.

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