SOLUTION: On a map 2.5 inches represents 30 miles. On the map it is 8 inches from Atown to Bville. How many miles apart are the two towns? a.9.6 miles b.96 miles c.144 miles d.240 mi

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Question 328348: On a map 2.5 inches represents 30 miles. On the map it is 8 inches from Atown to Bville. How many miles apart are the two towns?
a.9.6 miles b.96 miles c.144 miles d.240 miles e.120 miles


Answer by mananth(16949) About Me  (Show Source):
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2.5 inch = 30 miles
8 inches =
%282.5%29%2F%288%29=%2830%29%2F%28x%29
%28x%29%2F%288%29=%2830%29%2F%282.5%29
%28x%29=%2830%29%2A%288%29%2F%282.5%29
x=96 miles on the map