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Scales, Maps and Ratios

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Express the following scale as a ratio in the form $1:\editable{}$1:.

1 cm represents $240$240 cm.

$1:\editable{}$1:

Easy
< 1min

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

Easy
1min

Bianca is looking over a map of her local area and notices that the scale of the map is given as $1:100$1:100 in the map legend.

Easy
1min

A map has been drawn to a scale of $1:7000$1:7000. Find, in metres, the actual distance between two points if the map distance between the points is $8$8 mm.

Medium
1min
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GM5-8

Interpret points and lines on co-ordinate planes, including scales and bearings on maps

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