The map distance from Carl's residence to the National Gallery of Victoria is \(18{,}3\ \text{cm}\). Use the scale on the map to determine the actual distance in kilometres.
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Question 2.2.2 of Mathematical Literacy Grade 12 Paper 2, NSC Preparatory Examination (Eastern Cape DoE, September 2025). It tests the Term 2 ATP topic Maps, plans and other representations.
- TermTerm 2
- ATP topicMaps, plans and other representations
- PaperPaper 2
- Marks4 marks for the method (formula and substitution) and the correct final answer
Road map of Melbourne (Annexure A)
Answer
4 marksThe map scale is \(1 : 35\,550\), so \(1\ \text{cm}\) on the map is \(35\,550\ \text{cm}\) in reality.
\[ 18{,}3 \times 35\,550 = 650\,565\ \text{cm} \]\[ \frac{650\,565}{100\,000} = 6{,}50565\ \text{km} \]\( \approx 6{,}51\ \text{km} \)
Study this in your textbook: CAPS Annual Teaching Plan, Grade 12, Term 2: Finance, Maps and Plans, Data Handling.
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