12/12 Scale Drawing

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What is a scale drawing?

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A scale drawing is a representation of an object or area that is proportionally reduced or enlarged to fit a specific size, using a consistent ratio or scale.

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What does the scale 1 cm = 8 km mean?

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It means that every 1 centimeter on the map represents 8 kilometers in real life.

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If two cities are 24 cm apart on a map with a scale of 1 cm = 8 km, what is the actual distance?

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192 km.

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How do you convert actual distance to map distance using a scale?

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Divide the actual distance by the scale factor.

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What is the scale of Jackson's drawing if 1 mm = 3 meters?

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The scale is 1 mm = 3 meters.

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If a volleyball court is 12 meters long in reality, how long is it in Jackson's drawing?

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4 mm.

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What are corresponding sides in scale drawings?

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Corresponding sides are sides of two shapes that are in the same position relative to each shape.

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What is the scale if 2 inches = 35 miles?

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The scale is 2 inches represents 35 miles.

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If the distance between two cities is 105 miles, how far apart are they on the map with a scale of 2 inches = 35 miles?

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6 inches.

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What is the scale of a model car if 3 cm represents 2 m?

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The scale is 3 cm = 2 m.