Mathematics GCSE
Ratio scale
What Ratio scale means in Mathematics GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Ratio scale
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A drawing-to-real length ratio expressed using identical units, such as 1:25 000.
Topics that use Ratio scale
- Mensuration and calculation (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Accurate substitution and rearrangement
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- Corresponding vertices and sides
- Diameter
- Frustum
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