Ratio & Proportion Mcqs


Q.  The plan for a rectangular area is drawn to a scale of 1:500. If the length and breadth in the plan is 30 cm and 20 cm, find the actual area.

a. 1200 m²
b. 1500 m²
c. 12000 m²
d. 15000 m²


ANSWER: See Answer
 
Actual length
= 30*500 cm Actual breadth
= 20*500 cm Actual area
= 30*20*500*500 = 15000 m²
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