Mathematics 0580 · IGCSE · Scale drawings

Scale drawings — practice question

The scale diagram depicts a play area, $ABCDE$. The scale means 1 centimetre represents 3 metres. The figure marks points $A, B, C, D, E$, with a dashed perpendicular from $D$ to $EC$ labelled $h$, and a right angle shown at the base.
(a)[2]

Determine the true value of $h$ in metres.

(b)[3]

Determine the actual area of triangle $CDE$.

(c)[2]

With only a straight edge and compasses, construct the route. Include every construction arc you draw.

(d(i))[2]

Find the circumference of the pool.

(d(ii))[2]

Work out the area of the pool.

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