Question

what number can you multiply each length in the scale drawing by to find the actual length? what is the actual length of the east side of the motel? motel fire safety map scale = 6 in. : 30 yd

Explanation:

Step1: Simplify the scale ratio

The scale is $6$ in. : $30$ yd. Simplify the ratio $\frac{30}{6}=5$. So we multiply each length in the scale - drawing by 5 to get the actual length.

Step2: Find the actual length of the east - side

The length of the east - side in the scale drawing is 2 in. Multiply it by the scale factor. The actual length $L = 2\times5=10$ yd.

Answer:

1. The number to multiply each length in the scale drawing by is 5.
2. The actual length of the east side of the motel is 10 yd.