Opening an AutoCAD file (.dwg)

I am new at using Adobe Illustrator and I am having a problem when I try and open an AutoCAD file (.dwg).
The file does not open to the right size, full scale.  And some of the radius do not open as radius but as angles.
What am I doing wrong?

You created an intersection/ boolean on the right, which is a different thing than a parametric blend/ fillet/ chamfer. Your size issues would depend on setting up your units in ACAD and on import. If set properly, AI should convert it 1:1, but you have to keep in mind that it operates internally on inches and points, so DPI settings may affect precision and interpretation of your file.
Mylenium

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