Scale and Scale Factor Unit Review

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What does a scale of 1 cm = 5 km mean on a map?

Back

It means that every 1 centimeter on the map represents 5 kilometers in actual distance.

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If two cities are 3 cm apart on a map with a scale of 1 cm = 5 km, what is the actual distance between them?

Back

The actual distance is 15 km (3 cm x 5 km/cm).

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How do you convert inches on a map to actual miles if the scale is 1 in = 300 miles?

Back

Multiply the number of inches by 300 to find the actual distance in miles.

Front

What is the actual distance if the distance from Denver to Chicago is 3 inches on a map with a scale of 1 in = 300 miles?

Back

The actual distance is 900 miles (3 in x 300 miles/in).

Front

What does a scale drawing of a car length of 3 cm with a scale of 1 cm:4 ft represent in actual length?

Back

The actual car length is 12 feet (3 cm x 4 ft/cm).

Front

What is a scale factor?

Back

A scale factor is a number used to multiply each dimension of a figure to produce a scaled image.

Front

If a scale factor is 1, what happens to the figure?

Back

The figure does not change; it remains the same size.

Front

How do you calculate the actual distance using a scale?

Back

Multiply the distance on the map by the scale factor to find the actual distance.

Front

What is the relationship between scale and actual distance?

Back

The scale provides a ratio that relates a measurement on the map to the actual distance.

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Why is it important to understand scale when interpreting maps?

Back

Understanding scale is crucial for accurately determining real-world distances and sizes from a map.