Question

attempt to help for a medal

How does the operation of the pantograph relate to dilations and similarity? How can you use similar triangles to describe why the pantograph works as it does? Write an abbreviated paragraph proof using similar triangles to explain the design. In many instances, the pantograph has been replaced by other means for enlarging images. What has the pantograph been replaced by? Explain.

Answer 1

hint:
Try following link for inspirations:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pantograph