Question

What would the scale dimensions be for a triangle that measures 20 yds by 15 yds if the scale is 1 inch =2.54 centimeters 8 yds

Answer 1

To scale the dimensions of the triangle from yards to inches, we first need to convert the yard measurements into inches.

1 yard = 36 inches.

So, let's convert the dimensions:

1. **For 20 yards:**

\[
20 \text{ yards} \times 36 \text{ inches/yard} = 720 \text{ inches}
\]

2. **For 15 yards:**

\[
15 \text{ yards} \times 36 \text{ inches/yard} = 540 \text{ inches}
\]

Now we have the triangle dimensions as follows:

- One side: 720 inches
- Another side: 540 inches

If you wanted to find the scaled dimensions in centimeters based on the scale provided (1 inch = 2.54 centimeters), you can convert the dimensions to centimeters:

1. **For 720 inches:**

\[
720 \text{ inches} \times 2.54 \text{ cm/inch} \approx 1828.8 \text{ cm}
\]

2. **For 540 inches:**

\[
540 \text{ inches} \times 2.54 \text{ cm/inch} \approx 1371.6 \text{ cm}
\]

So, the dimensions of the triangle in centimeters, after scaling, would be approximately:

- One side: **1828.8 cm**
- Another side: **1371.6 cm**

If you have any further requirements or conversions in mind, let me know!