Scale drawings and maps (AQA GCSE Maths): Flashcards
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What is a scale drawing?
What is a scale drawing?
A smaller representation of a real object that maintains accurate proportions
What does a scale ratio tell us?
What does a scale ratio tell us?
Shows how many times smaller the drawing is compared to the actual object
Finding real measurement from scale (operation)
Finding real measurement from scale (operation)
Multiply drawing measurement by scale factor
Finding drawing measurement from real (operation)
Finding drawing measurement from real (operation)
Divide real measurement by scale factor
Meaning of scale
Meaning of scale
unit on drawing = units in real life
Essential equipment for scale drawing exams
Essential equipment for scale drawing exams
Millimetre ruler, protractor, calculator
cm on map equals (real distance)
cm on map equals (real distance)
km (cm)
Common mistake in scale drawing answers
Common mistake in scale drawing answers
Forgetting to convert units in final answer
Practical applications of scale drawings
Practical applications of scale drawings
Maps, architectural plans, engineering drawings, models
Direction bearings are measured from
Direction bearings are measured from
Clockwise from north