Question

The scale on a different map is 1 inch represents 6 miles

Answer 1

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First of all, let us try to understand what does the scale mean.

It says that 1 inch in the map is equal to 6 miles on road, in real life.

So, if 1 inch on the map signifies 6 miles on road,

By unitary method, 2.5 inches on the map will signify (6×2.5) miles on road