2. Drawing a picture or a diagram of a word problem often reveals aspects of the problem that you may not see at first. If the situation in the problem is difficult to visualise, a diagram, using simple pictures or symbols may help you to understand the problem better. Why Use Diagrams?
3. How many markers would be needed if you were to place a marker at every two metre point on a ten metre rope? Using a Line to Symbolise an Object
4. Using the information on the sign post, calculate how far away you are from the city when you are 17km from the ocean. Using a Time/Distance Line
5. If you have to draw a diagram of a large area, the diagram will need to be scaled down. Scale
