Mathematics 0580 · IGCSE · Scale drawings

Scale drawings — practice question

The scale drawing displays two boundaries, AB and BC, of field ABCD. The scale of the drawing means 1 cm represents 8 m. The diagram includes points A, B and C together with boundary lines AB and BC. Text on the diagram reads: 'Scale: 1 cm to 8 m'.
(a(i))[1]

Work out the lengths of CD and AD on the scale drawing.

(a(ii))[2]

With only a ruler and compasses, complete the scale drawing of the field accurately.

(b)[4]

On the scale drawing, construct two lines to locate the tree. Use only a straight edge and compasses, and leave the construction arcs visible.

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