Scale Drawings

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What is a scale drawing?

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A scale drawing is a representation of an object or a space that is proportionally reduced or enlarged to fit a specific size while maintaining the same shape.

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What does the scale factor indicate in a scale drawing?

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The scale factor indicates how much larger or smaller the drawing is compared to the actual object. A scale factor greater than 1 means the drawing is an enlargement, while a scale factor less than 1 means it is a reduction.

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If a scale factor is 5/2, what does it mean?

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It means the drawing is 2.5 times larger than the actual object.

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If a scale factor is 1/3, what does it mean?

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It means the drawing is one-third the size of the actual object.

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How do you calculate the cost of an item based on its weight and price per weight?

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Multiply the weight of the item by the price per unit weight.

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What is the formula for distributing in algebra?

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The formula for distributing is a(b + c) = ab + ac.

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What is the scale factor in a reduction?

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The scale factor in a reduction is a fraction less than 1.

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What is the scale factor in an enlargement?

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The scale factor in an enlargement is a number greater than 1.

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What is the center of dilation?

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The center of dilation is a fixed point in the plane about which all points are expanded or contracted.

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What is the difference between enlargement and reduction in scale drawings?

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Enlargement increases the size of the drawing, while reduction decreases the size.