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Scale Ratio

A scale ratio describes the relationship between two values. It can represent the ratio between two lengths, two areas, or two volumes.

Calculations related to scale ratios:

When performing calculations involving scale ratios, it can be helpful to use a "Scale Ratio Triangle."

Formula for Scale Ratio:

Note:
It is important that the measurements for both the model and the real object are in the same unit, e.g., both in centimeters.
The scale ratio represents the relationship between two values. Therefore, a scale ratio like 1:50000 can also be written as the fraction 1/50000.