Blueprint Scales: Master the Art of Reading Blueprints

Question 1

Which of the following is the standard notation for indicating a scale of 1/4 inch = 1 foot?

Accepted Answer

1:48

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1/24

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1/12

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1/6

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of using a scale on a blueprint?

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To accurately represent the actual dimensions of the object

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To reduce the drawing size to fit on a single sheet of paper

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To provide a visual representation of the object's shape and form

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To determine the amount of materials needed for construction

Question 3

What is the relationship between the scale and the actual dimension?

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It depends on the scale type used

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Scale is always larger than actual dimension

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Scale is always smaller than actual dimension

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Scale is equal to actual dimension

Question 4

What is the key difference between a full-scale drawing and a scale drawing?

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Full-scale drawings are the same size as the actual object, while scale drawings are either larger or smaller.

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Full-scale drawings are smaller than the actual object, while scale drawings are larger.

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Full-scale drawings are larger than the actual object, while scale drawings are smaller.

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There is no difference between a full-scale drawing and a scale drawing.

Question 5

Which tool is used to draw circles on a blueprint?

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Compass

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Protractor

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T-square

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Triangle

Question 6

How do architectural dimensioning practices, such as the use of imperial or metric units, precision, and tolerance, affect the selection of an appropriate blueprint scale for a building project?

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They influence both the scale's ratio and the level of detail shown on the blueprint.

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They have no impact on scale selection.

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They determine the scale's ratio but not its type (e.g., architectural vs. engineering).

Question 7

A blueprint shows a wall that measures 12'-0" on the drawing. If the blueprint scale is 1/4" = 1'-0", what is the actual length of the wall?

Accepted Answer

36 feet

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24 feet

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48 feet

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60 feet

Question 8

Which of the following dimensions represents the shortest actual length?

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3'-0" at a scale of 1/4" = 1'-0"

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6'-0" at a scale of 1/2" = 1'-0"

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9'-0" at a scale of 3/4" = 1'-0"

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12'-0" at a scale of 1" = 1'-0"

Question 9

What is the primary purpose of using a scale on a blueprint?

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To accurately represent dimensions

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To reduce the size of the drawing

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To enlarge the size of the drawing

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To add detail to the drawing

Question 10

A blueprint has a scale of 1/4 inch equals 1 foot. If a wall is measured to be 6 inches on the blueprint, what is its actual length?

Accepted Answer

24 feet

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6 feet

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3 feet

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12 feet

Question 11

What is the purpose of using a graphic scale on a blueprint?

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To provide a visual representation of the scale

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To reduce the size of the blueprint

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To make the blueprint easier to read

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To increase the accuracy of measurements

Question 12

Which of the following scales is larger than 1/2?

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3/4

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1/4

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1/16

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1/8

Question 13

A blueprint scale is expressed as 1 cm = 5 meters. What is the scale in fractional form?

Accepted Answer

1/500

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1/100

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1/1000

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1/250

Question 14

Which scale is most frequently used for architectural blueprints?

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1/4" = 1'-0"

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1" = 1'-0"

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1/8" = 1'-0"

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1/2" = 1'-0"

Question 15

Which type of scale is NOT classified as a linear scale?

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Logarithmic

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Full

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Divided

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Open

Question 16

What is the primary purpose of including a full scale detail on a blueprint?

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To depict a specific part of the project in its actual size.

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To indicate the overall dimensions of the project.

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To shrink the blueprint for printing purposes.

Question 17

What is the key difference between a divided and an open scale?

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Divided scales have marked subdivisions, while open scales do not.

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Divided scales are more accurate than open scales.

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Divided scales are used for larger measurements, while open scales are used for smaller measurements.

Question 18

What advantage does a larger scale offer?

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Enhanced detail and accuracy.

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Easier drawing of intricate shapes.

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Smaller blueprint size.

Question 19

Why is it essential to understand blueprint scales?

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To read and measure dimensions from blueprints accurately.

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To make blueprints more aesthetically pleasing.

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To reduce blueprint size for storage.

Question 20

The representative fraction of a blueprint scale with a ratio of 1:24 is:

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1/24

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24:12

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24/1

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1/12

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a type of blueprint scale?

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Verbal

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Graphical

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Architectural

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Numerical

Question 22

The primary purpose of using different scales on blueprints is to:

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To accommodate various sizes of objects and drawings.

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To make blueprints easier to read.

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To save space on paper.

Question 23

The most accurate way to measure a distance on a blueprint is by using a:

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Scale ruler

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Tape measure

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Estimation

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Compass

Question 24

What is the main difference between a large scale and a small scale on a blueprint?

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A larger scale shows more detail and covers a smaller area, while a smaller scale shows less detail and covers a larger area.

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A larger scale is used for smaller objects, while a smaller scale is used for larger objects.

Question 25

Which of the following is an advantage of using a large scale on a blueprint?

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Greater accuracy and detail

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Requires less space

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Can be used for any type of object

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Easier to read

Question 26

When representing a line on a blueprint, the ratio of its length on the blueprint to its actual length is known as the:

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Scale

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Proportion

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Magnification

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Ratio

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a commonly used blueprint scale?

Accepted Answer

1:200

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1/4" = 1'-0"

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1/2" = 1'-0"

Question 28

What is the primary purpose of a scale on a blueprint?

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To establish a relationship between the drawing's size and the actual size of the object it represents.

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To show the location of electrical outlets.

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To indicate the materials used in the construction.

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a common scale used in carpentry blueprints?

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1/16 inch = 1 foot

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3/8 inch = 1 foot

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1/4 inch = 1 foot

Question 30

What is the purpose of using scales on blueprints?

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To accurately represent real-world dimensions on a smaller scale drawing.

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To compensate for errors in measurement.

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To make the blueprint more visually appealing.

Question 31

Why are scales used in blueprints?

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To represent large structures in a smaller size on paper.

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To show the exact measurements of every detail.

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To make the blueprints look more professional.

Question 32

A blueprint uses a scale of 1 inch = 10 feet.  You need to cut a piece of lumber 5 feet long. How long should you mark the lumber on the blueprint?

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1/2 inch

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10 inches

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2 inches

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5 inches

Question 33

What does the abbreviation 'NTS' mean on a blueprint?

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Not to scale

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Next to staircase

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New timber size

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National technical standard

Question 34

Why is understanding blueprint scales essential for carpenters?

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To accurately build structures based on the blueprint design.

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To avoid using calculators on the job site.

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To impress clients with their knowledge.

Question 35

You need to cut a piece of lumber 10 feet long.  The blueprint scale is 1:24. What measurement should you mark on the blueprint?

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5 inches

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120 inches

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10 inches

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24 inches

Question 36

A blueprint for a deck uses a scale of 1:16. The blueprint shows the deck as 12 inches wide. What is the actual width of the deck?

Accepted Answer

192 inches (16 feet)

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96 inches (8 feet)

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12 inches

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24 inches (2 feet)

Question 37

Which statement is NOT a benefit of using blueprint scales?

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Scales make it difficult to accurately measure real-world dimensions.

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Scales simplify the construction process by representing complex dimensions in a manageable format.

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Scales allow for detailed representations of large structures on paper.

Question 38

A house blueprint uses a scale of 1/4" = 1'-0". If a wall measures 6 inches long on the blueprint, what is the actual length of the wall?

Accepted Answer

24 feet

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12 feet

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30 feet

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18 feet

Question 39

Which blueprint scale shows the largest object compared to its size on paper?

Accepted Answer

1/8" = 1'-0"

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1/2" = 1'-0"

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3/4" = 1'-0"

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1" = 1'-0"

Question 40

A door on a blueprint with a scale of 1:50 has a width of 1.5 cm. What is the actual width of the door in meters?

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0.75 meters

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1.5 meters

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7.5 meters

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0.15 meters

Question 41

Which blueprint scale is best for a detailed drawing of a kitchen cabinet?

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1/2" = 1'-0"

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1/8" = 1'-0"

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1" = 20'-0"

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1" = 10'-0"

Question 42

On a blueprint with a scale of 1/4" = 1'-0", how long would a line need to be to represent an actual distance of 10 feet?

Accepted Answer

2 1/2 inches

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10 inches

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5 inches

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1 1/4 inches

Question 43

What does "1:100" mean on a blueprint?

Accepted Answer

Every unit on the blueprint represents 100 units in real life.

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The object on the blueprint is 100 times larger in real life.

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The blueprint only shows 1/100 of the actual object.

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The blueprint is drawn at a 100% scale.

Question 44

Why do blueprints use different scales?

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To fit different sized objects on a standard sheet of paper.

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Because different carpenters prefer different scales.

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To make blueprints harder to understand.

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To make the blueprints look more interesting.

Question 45

A blueprint uses a scale of 1/4" = 1'-0".  A room is shown as 3 inches long and 2 inches wide on the blueprint. What is the actual area of the room in square feet?

Accepted Answer

96 square feet

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6 square feet

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144 square feet

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24 square feet

Question 46

What tool do carpenters use to accurately measure distances on a blueprint?

Accepted Answer

Architect's scale

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Level

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Speed square

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Tape measure

Question 47

What is the first thing you need to know when finding the actual size of something on a blueprint?

Accepted Answer

The scale used on the blueprint.

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What the symbols on the blueprint mean.

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The units you want to use for the final measurement.

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The size of the object on the blueprint.

Question 48

A blueprint scale of 1:8 means that 1 inch on the blueprint represents how many inches in real life?

Accepted Answer

8 inches

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16 inches

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1/8 inch

Question 49

You are working from a blueprint with a scale of 1:4. You measure a wall on the blueprint to be 10 inches long. What is the actual length of the wall?

Accepted Answer

40 inches

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2.5 inches

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10 inches

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20 inches

Question 50

Which scale is most suitable for representing a large building on a small sheet of paper?

Accepted Answer

1:100

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1:10

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1:4

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1:2

Question 51

A blueprint shows a room with a length of 12 inches and a width of 8 inches. The blueprint scale is 1:12. What are the actual dimensions of the room?

Accepted Answer

12 feet x 8 feet

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144 inches x 96 inches

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1 foot x 8 inches

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12 inches x 8 inches

Question 52

You need to cut a piece of wood that is 24 inches long. What length would you mark on the blueprint if the scale is 1:4?

Accepted Answer

6 inches

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12 inches

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96 inches

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24 inches

Question 53

What is the real-world length of a beam represented as 5 inches on a blueprint with a scale of 1:16?

Accepted Answer

80 inches

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16 inches

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5 inches

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11 inches

Question 54

A blueprint shows a door opening with a width of 3 inches. The actual door opening is 36 inches wide. What is the scale of the blueprint?

Accepted Answer

1:12

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1:3

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1:6

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1:36

Question 55

A blueprint is drawn to a scale of 1:10. A wall on the blueprint measures 4 inches. What is the real-world length of the wall in feet?

Accepted Answer

3.33 feet

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10 feet

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40 inches

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4 feet

Question 56

Which of the following statements is TRUE about blueprint scales?

Accepted Answer

A smaller scale represents larger objects on a smaller blueprint.

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All blueprints use the same scale.

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A larger scale represents larger objects on a smaller blueprint.

Question 57

You are working with a blueprint that has a scale of 1:24. You need to cut a piece of lumber that is 72 inches long. What length should you mark on the blueprint?

Accepted Answer

3 inches

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72 inches

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12 inches