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this is a 2 part answer,
1) your scaled factor is determined by the your map size, a "To" scale drawing is a percentage of the actual size of the object being drawn on the map
2) using autocadd for most drawings and draft's you typically draw the object at a 1:1 ratio, then apply the desired Scale (or scale factor) to fit the the desired paper size
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How are scale drawings used?
Scale drawings are used by artists, architects and builders to get an accurate drawing either smaller or larger than the actual thing is.
What is similar about scale factor and proportions?
proportions are used in scale factors; scale factors ARE proportions
How do you work out the scale of a drawing?
Not all drawings are done to scale, sketches of buildings and people for instance. However if it is a technical drawing the draughtsman/woman will state on the drawing the scale used.
What are scale drawings for in real life?
for showing a preview, or planning, without actually building the real structure
What scale is used in architecture and construction drawings?
Common and frequently used scales include 1:5, 1:10, 1:20, 1:50, 1:100, 1:200, 1:500 and 1:1000. What scale is used purely depends on the situation, and what would be best suited, considering factors such as space and size.
