Question

If the length between points on a map is 6 inches, 8 inches, and 9 inches, and the scale is one inch equals 5 miles, find

Answer 1

Given:

The length between points on a map is 6 inches, 8 inches, and 9 inches.

The scale is one inch equals 5 miles.

To find:

The distances in miles.

Solution:

The given scale is:

1 inch = 5 miles

Using this scale, we get

6 inches = 6 × 5 miles

               = 30 miles

8 inches = 8 × 5 miles

               = 40 miles

9 inches = 9 × 5 miles

               = 45 miles

The distance is miles are 30, 40, 45 miles.

Therefore, the correct option is C.