Question

A map has a scale of 1 in : 14 mi. If

Victoria and Kumba are 2 in apart on the
map, then how far apart are the real cities?

Answer 1

SoluTion :-

Let the unknown distance be x

`\tt (1)/(14) = (2)/(x)`

By cross multiplication

`\tt \: 14 * 2 = 1 * x`

`\tt \: 28 = x`

Therefore

The far apart distance will be 28 miles.

Answer 2

28 miles

Explanation:

Since 1 inch represents 14 miles, we can find the actual distance by multiplying 14 by 2:

14(2)

= 28

So, the real cities are 28 miles apart.