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What does an architect's scale help show on a drawing?

Actual size of features through dimensions.

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  1. Actual size of features through dimensions ✔
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Why: Using an architect's scale and showing dimensions communicates the actual size of features.

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Scale keeps the drawing in proportion.
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Answer: Actual size of features through dimensions. Using an architect's scale and showing dimensions communicates the actual size of features.

  1. Scouting America: Drafting www.scouting.org/merit-badges/drafting
    Use an architect's scale and show dimensions to communicate the actual size of features.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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