Question

Regarding the scale drawing and model of the Giza pyramids: If the height is 481.40 feet and each side of the square base is 755.75 feet, how would you convert that into a drawing and then a model?

A. To create a scale drawing, divide the actual measurements by a chosen scale factor and then replicate those proportions in the model using the same scale.
B. To create a scale model, use a consistent scale factor to reduce the actual dimensions proportionally.
C. Both A and B are correct.
D. None of the above options is accurate for creating a scale drawing and model of the Giza pyramids.

Answer 1

Both options A and B are correct methods for converting the actual measurements of the Giza pyramids to create a scale drawing and model, using a consistent scale factor.

Step-by-step explanation:

The student's question is about creating a scale drawing and model of the Giza pyramids based on given dimensions. To achieve this, one would use a scale factor to convert the actual measurements of the pyramid into smaller, proportional measurements that can be used in a drawing or a physical model. Both options A and B provided in the question describe correct methods for creating scale drawings and scale models. More specifically, option A focuses on dividing the actual measurements by the chosen scale factor to make a drawing, and option B emphasizes using the scale factor to reduce dimensions proportionally for a model. Therefore, the correct answer is C. Both A and B are correct.