Set up ratio: We know the real width of the stage is 35 feet and the drawing width is 5 inches.So, we set up the ratio of inches to feet: 5 inches / 35 feet.
Simplify ratio: Now, we simplify the ratio by dividing both the numerator and the denominator by 5. 5 inches / 35 feet = 1 inch / 7 feet.
Calculate scale: So, the scale of the drawing is 1 inch to 7 feet.