Question

map has a scale of 5 inches : 12 miles. If two cities are 13 inches apart on the map, what is the actual distance between the cities, to the neareat mile​

Answer 1

31.2 miles

Explanation:

5 in.: 12 mi

13 in: 12 mi

5/13 = 12/x

5x = 156

x = 31.2

Answer 2

31.2 miles

Explanation:

5 in.: 12 mi

13 in: 12 mi

5/13 = 12/x

cross multiply = 5x = 156

x = 31.2

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