Understanding Ratios and Scale Factors

Understanding Ratios and Scale Factors

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics

5th - 6th Grade

Hard

Created by

Thomas White

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The video tutorial explains the concept of scale factor using a practical example of a scale drawing of a house. It introduces the idea of scale factor as a multiplier in ratios, sets up a ratio from the given problem, and uses a ratio table to solve for the real-life height of the house. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of maintaining equivalent ratios and demonstrates the calculation process step-by-step.

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15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main topic discussed in this video?

Addition and Subtraction

Algebra

Geometry

Scale Factor

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What scale was used in Alex's drawing?

1 cm equals 2 feet

2 cm equals 3 feet

1 cm equals 1 foot

3 cm equals 2 feet

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a scale drawing?

A drawing that is larger than the actual object

A drawing that is smaller than the actual object

A drawing that represents an object proportionally

A drawing that is the same size as the actual object

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is a scale factor related to multiplication?

It subtracts from a quantity

It multiplies a quantity

It adds to a quantity

It divides a quantity

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the initial ratio set up in the problem?

3:2

2:3

3:1

1:1

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of using a ratio table?

To add numbers

To subtract numbers

To organize and solve ratios

To divide numbers

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What units are used in the ratio table?

Meters and feet

Inches and centimeters

Centimeters and feet

Inches and meters

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