Question

On a scale drawing, the scale is 12 inch = 1 foot. What are the dimensions on the scale drawing for a room that is 22 feet by 17 feet?

Answer 1

11 inches by 8.5 inches

Explanation:

We can use proportions to solve this problem, drawing on top, real life on bottom

1/2 inch x inches

-------------- = ----------

1 ft 22ft

Using cross products

1/2 * 22 = x*1

11 =x

11 inches

1/2 inch x inches

-------------- = ----------

1 ft 17ft

Using cross products

1/2 * 17 = x*1

8.5 =x

Answer 2

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Explanation: