Question

On a map, 1 inch equal 11.7 miles. If two cities are 2.5 inches apart on the map, how far are they actually apart?

Answer 1

Answer:

29.25 miles

Step-by-step explanation:

We can use a ratio to solve

1 inch            2.5 inches

------------  = ----------------

11.7 miles         x miles

Using cross products

1 * x = 11.7 * 2.5

x =29.25