Plans and elevations (AQA GCSE Maths): Flashcards

2D drawings showing 3D shapes from different viewing angles

View from directly above (bird's eye view)

View looking straight at the front face of the object

View looking at the object from the side

Imagine 3D shape in a box, trace its outline on each face

Changes in height or depth

Flat pattern that folds up to create a 3D shape

Edges meet properly without gaps or overlaps when folded

Height and width from the front

Height and depth from sideways perspective