Question

On a map, 2 inches represents 300miles. If two pointsare

separated by 5 miles on the map, what is the actual distancebetween
them?
Solve, show each step.

Answer 1

Answer: The actual distance between them is 750 miles.

Explanation:

We are given that ,

On a map, 2 inches represents 300 miles.

We know that the map is a similar design of an actual place.

So the length on map and the actual distance should be proportional.

Two points are separated by 5 miles on the map .

Let the actual distance be x.

By Equation of proportionality , we have

`(x)/(5)=(300)/(2)`

`(x)/(5)=150`

`x=150*5=750`

Therefore , the actual distance between them is 750 miles.