Question

a scale of 1:2 means

select one:
a. 2mm on the drawing represents 2metres in real life
b. 2mm on the drawing represents 1mm in real life
c. 1mm on the drawing represents 2mm in real life
d. 1mm on the drawing represents 2metres in real life

Explanation:

Define scale ratio notation

Using the Scale Interpretation and Floor Plan Scales knowledge points

$$ \text{Scale} = \text{Drawing Dimension} : \text{Actual Dimension} $$

Apply ratio to the given scale

Using the Scale Interpretation and Floor Plan Scales knowledge points

$$
LATEXBLOCK0
$$

Evaluate the given options

Using the Scale Interpretation and Floor Plan Scales knowledge points

$$
LATEXBLOCK1
$$

Answer:

• a. 2mm on the drawing represents 2metres in real life
• b. 2mm on the drawing represents 1mm in real life
• c. 1mm on the drawing represents 2mm in real life (Correct answer)
• d. 1mm on the drawing represents 2metres in real life