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 area that is proportionally reduced or enlarged to fit a specific scale, allowing for accurate measurements and comparisons.

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What does the scale 1 cm = 6 yards mean?

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It means that every 1 centimeter on the drawing represents 6 actual yards in real life.

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How do you calculate the area of a rectangle?

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Area = length × width.

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If a scale drawing has a scale factor of 1 in. = 2 ft, how do you find the actual area?

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Convert the dimensions from inches to feet using the scale factor, then calculate the area using the formula for area.

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What is the area of a rectangle with a length of 10 ft and a width of 5 ft?

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Area = 10 ft × 5 ft = 50 ft².

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What is the formula for the volume of a rectangular prism?

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Volume = length × width × height.

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If a box has dimensions of 14 ft (length), 8 ft (width), and 16 ft (height), what is its volume?

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Volume = 14 ft × 8 ft × 16 ft = 1,792 ft³.

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What is the area of a playground that measures 30 yards by 18 yards?

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Area = 30 yards × 18 yards = 540 square yards.

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How do you convert square feet to square yards?

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Divide the area in square feet by 9 (since 1 square yard = 9 square feet).

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What is the area of a rectangular dog kennel with a length of 12 ft and a width of 8 ft?

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Area = 12 ft × 8 ft = 96 ft².