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Scales, Maps and Ratios

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On a map $3$3 cm represents an actual distance of $9$9 m.

a

Convert $9$9 metres to centimetres.

b

Write the distance on the map to the actual distance as a ratio.

$3:\editable{}$3:

c

Write the distance on the map to the actual distance as a simplified scale ratio.

$1:\editable{}$1:

Easy
1min

The scale on a map of a garden is $1:2000$1:2000. How far apart on the map should two fountains be drawn if the actual distance between the fountains is $100$100 metres?

Give your answer in centimetres.

Easy
2min

On a map $20$20 cm represents an actual distance of $16$16 km.

Easy
1min

Convert the following description to a simplified scale ratio:

$8$8 mm represents an actual distance of $40$40 m.

Easy
1min
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GM4-7

Communicate and interpret locations and directions, using compass directions, distances, and grid references

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