Use a scale factor — Guided Practice — page 1
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Worksheet directions

Grade 7 • Guided Practice • Work with your teacher or a partner. Discuss the model or strategy, then complete each problem.

Sample questions

  1. A scale drawing uses 1 cm for 4 m. A segment is 5 cm on the drawing. What is its actual length?
  2. A scale drawing uses 1 cm for 3 m. A segment is 4 cm on the drawing. What is its actual length?
  3. A scale drawing uses 1 cm for 2 m. A segment is 3 cm on the drawing. What is its actual length?
  4. A scale drawing uses 1 cm for 5 m. A segment is 10 cm on the drawing. What is its actual length?
  5. A scale drawing uses 1 cm for 4 m. A segment is 9 cm on the drawing. What is its actual length?
  6. A scale drawing uses 1 cm for 3 m. A segment is 8 cm on the drawing. What is its actual length?

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Common Core connections

Source labels: 7.G.A.1. Review the learning goals below to check the fit for your class.

  • 7.G.A.1 — Scale drawings of geometric figures

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