Question

The legend on a map states that 1 inch

is 450 miles. If you measure 3 inches
on the map, how many miles would
the actual distance be?
Actual distance = [? ] miles
Enter

Answer 1

Answer: 1350 miles

Explanation:

Given that one inch is 450 miles. We can use a proportion to solve for miles at 3 inches.

`(1in)/(450mi ) =(3in)/(x)`

x=450*3=1350 mi