Question

A map of Brasilia has a scale of 1 inch to 5 miles. If the city is 2 7/16 inches across on the map, what is the distance across the actual city? Use estimation to check your answer. a. 10 mi c. mi b. 8 mi d. mi  

Answer 1

Hi

So, we know the 1 inch = 5 miles
Multiply

2 7/16 x 5 = ?
Round down
2 x 5 = 10

The answer is a. 10

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