Question
Convert the given Representative Fraction (R.F.) into Statement of Scale in the system of measurement shown in parentheses.
1. 1:100000 (into km).
2. 1: 31680 (into furlongs).
3. 1:126,720 (into miles)
4. 1: 50,000 (into metres)
Solution
1. 1 cm shows 100000 cm or 1 km.
2. 1 cm shows 100000 cm or 1 km.
3. 1' show 126720' or 2 miles
2. 1 cm shows 100000 cm or 1 km.
3. 1' show 126720' or 2 miles
1' represents 2 miles.
4. 1 cm represents = 50000 cm or 500 metres.
