Measurement Scales Quiz

What do scales use to permit measurements on a drawing or model to relate to the real dimensions of the actual job?

• a) Angles

• b) Ratios

• c) Areas

• d) Volumes

Why are working drawings produced to a scale?

• It is impractical to draw buildings, plots of land, and most parts of a building to their full size.

• It is easier to understand the design.

• It saves time in the drawing process.

• It makes the drawings look more professional.

What is the main reason for drawing buildings to a smaller size?

• To make the drawings more colorful.

• To fit the drawings on a sheet of paper.

• To reduce the cost of drawing materials.

• To make the drawings easier to read.

What is a scale in the context of working drawings?

• A tool used to measure weight.

• A known ratio to the real thing.

• A method to add color to drawings.

• A way to make drawings more artistic.

What does the ratio 1:10 indicate in construction plans?

• The plan is 10 times larger than the original.

• The plan is 10 times smaller than the original.

• The plan is 1/10th the size of the original.

• The plan is 10 times the size of the original.

What does the diagram represent?

• Different lengths of 1 m drawn to various scales.

• Different lengths of 10 m drawn to various scales.

• Different lengths of 5 m drawn to various scales.

• Different lengths of 2 m drawn to various scales.

In the diagram, what is the length of 1 m when drawn to a scale of 1:100?

• 1 cm

• 5 cm

• 10 cm

• 20 cm

Which scale in the diagram represents the longest length for 1 m?

• 1:500

• 1:200

• 1:100

• 1:10

According to the diagram, what is the length of 1 m when drawn to a scale of 1:50?

• 10 mm

• 20 mm

• 30 mm

• 40 mm

In a 1:10 scale drawing, what would 5 mm represent in full size?

• 50 mm

• 10 mm

• 5 mm

• 100 mm