Question

The scale of a map is 2/5 inches represents 3 miles. How much does 1 inch represent?

Answer 1

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Answer:

7 1/2 miles

Explanation:

The ratio of miles to inches is ...

miles/inches = 3/(2/5) = 15/2 miles/inch

Each inch represents 15/2 = 7 1/2 miles.