Question

Iris is building a model of the Washington Monument. Her model measures 15 in. tall and is 1.5 in. wide at the base. The actual width measurement at the base of the Washington Monument is about 55 ft. About how tall is the Washington Monument?

Answer 1

Actual W/ actual height= model W/ model height
55 ft/ actual height= 1.5 in./ 15 in,
actual height=55 ft*15 in./1.5 in= 550 ft

Answer 2

Answer: 550

Step-by-step explanation:Solve the proportion:  15 in./1.5 in. =  h/55 ft. The value of h is 550 ft. The Washington Monument is about 550 ft tall.