The distance in miles and the distance in inches vary directly on a map. The legend on the map shows that 16 miles are represent

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The distance in miles and the distance in inches vary directly on a map. The legend on the map shows that 16 miles are represent

ed by 0.5 inches. What is the actual distance between the two cities if they are 3 inches apart on the map? In this situation, distance in inches = x.
A. 96 miles
B. 80 miles
C. 104 miles
D. 72 miles

Mathematics

2 answers:

irina [24] · Answer 1 · 2023-04-10T04:05:55+03:00

irina [24]2 years ago

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Answer:

D take with grain of salt

larisa86 [58] · Answer 2 · 2023-04-10T05:14:49+03:00

larisa86 [58]2 years ago

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Answer:

A. 96 miles

Step-by-step explanation:

<u>Use ratios:</u>

16 miles / x miles = 0.5 inches / 3 inches
x = 16*6
x = 96 miles

Correct choice is A