Question

If the length of a room is 18 feet, how long should it be on a scale drawing

where 1 in. = 2 ft.?

Answer 1

9 in
18/2 = 9
So fit to scale is 9 inches

Answer 2

9 in.

Explanation:

Proportions:

1 in ⇔ 2 ft

R in ⇔ 18

R = 18*1/2

R = 9 in