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Why are maps and model drawings considered scale drawings?

Because they are accurately sized smaller or larger versions of the original. (correct)

Because they are always drawn to the exact same size as the original.

Because they are always perfectly scaled to the measurements provided.

Because they can fit in your pocket easily.

What is the purpose of a legend on a map?

To inform about the weather conditions in each location.

To explain the scale of the map and how it relates to real-life distances. (correct)

To guide people on how to navigate using the map.

To provide interesting stories about the places on the map.

Why is math important in creating scale drawings?

To add complexity to the drawing.

To ensure that things are always drawn larger than the original.

To make the drawing more colorful and appealing.

To figure out how much smaller or larger things should be drawn to be accurately sized versions. (correct)

What role does math play in understanding scale on a map?

Helping interpret how much distance on the map relates to actual distance in real life. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a model drawing in car manufacturing?

To serve as a blueprint for building the actual car with accurate measurements. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How is a scale ratio of 1 inch: 50 miles typically represented in a model drawing?

By inch marks that read 50 miles, 100 miles, and so on (D) Signup and view all the answers

How can one determine the real-life distance between San Francisco and Santa Cruz on the map?

By counting the number of bars between the two locations (D) Signup and view all the answers

What do model drawings like blueprints allow individuals to do?

Build their life-size versions based on real-world measurements (C) Signup and view all the answers

In a scale drawing where 1 inch equals 12 inches in real life, if a line on the drawing measures 2 inches, how long would it be in reality?

$24$ inches (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of using a legend in a map or scale drawing?

To specify the scale ratio and its real-world equivalents (A) Signup and view all the answers