Measure original images for reduction and enlargement, using various methods to determine the percentage for final reproduction.

Measuring for reduction and enlargement should include the

  • use of proportional scale
  • diagonal line method
  • mathematical method
  • use of software tools.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What are the procedures for determining reduction and enlargement percentages?
  • How has technology affected copy reduction and enlargement?
  • How does one determine the aspect ratio for images?
  • What characteristics limit the amount of enlarging and reducing that can be achieved with certain images?