Scale Drawing and Models

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What is a scale drawing?

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A scale drawing is a representation of an object or structure that is proportionally reduced or enlarged to fit a specific size, maintaining the same ratios as the original.

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CCSS.7.G.A.1

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What does the term 'scale' mean in the context of drawings and models?

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In drawings and models, 'scale' refers to the ratio of the size of the model or drawing to the size of the actual object it represents.

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CCSS.7.G.A.1

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If a model is created with a scale of 1 inch = 10 feet, how would you find the height of the model if the actual height is 50 feet?

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To find the height of the model, divide the actual height by the scale factor: 50 feet ÷ 10 feet/inch = 5 inches.

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CCSS.7.G.A.1

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What is the formula to convert a model's height to actual height using scale?

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Actual Height = Model Height × Scale Factor.

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CCSS.7.G.A.1

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If a model of a building is 12 inches tall and the scale is 1 inch = 15 feet, what is the actual height of the building?

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Actual Height = 12 inches × 15 feet/inch = 180 feet.

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CCSS.7.G.A.1

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How do you convert inches to feet in scale drawings?

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To convert inches to feet, divide the number of inches by 12, since there are 12 inches in a foot.

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CCSS.7.G.A.1

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What is the height of a model if the actual height is 240 feet and the scale is 1 inch = 20 feet?

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Model Height = 240 feet ÷ 20 feet/inch = 12 inches.

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CCSS.7.G.A.1

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If a blueprint shows a length of 5 inches with a scale of 1 inch = 30 feet, what is the actual length?

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Actual Length = 5 inches × 30 feet/inch = 150 feet.

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CCSS.7.G.A.1

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What is the height of a model if the actual height is 100 feet and the scale is 1 inch = 25 feet?

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Model Height = 100 feet ÷ 25 feet/inch = 4 inches.

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CCSS.7.G.A.1

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If a model is 3 inches tall and the scale is 1 inch = 40 feet, what is the actual height?

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Actual Height = 3 inches × 40 feet/inch = 120 feet.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2C