SOLUTION: A map scale shows that 1 over 3 inch on the map equels an actual distance of 3 miles. If a distance on the map is 3 over 4 inch, what is the actual distance in miles?

Question 985529: A map scale shows that 1 over 3 inch on the map equels an actual distance of 3 miles. If a distance on the map is 3 over 4 inch, what is the actual distance in miles?
Found 2 solutions by vleith, Boreal:
Answer by vleith(2983) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Use ratios here

X = 6.75 miles
Answer by Boreal(15235) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
1 inche=3 miles
(3/4) inch =(3/4)*3=(9/4) or 2 (1/4) miles
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