SOLUTION: On a map 1/4 inch = 5 miles. How far are two cities if they are 5 1/2 inches on the map?
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Question 453648: On a map 1/4 inch = 5 miles. How far are two cities if they are 5 1/2 inches on the map?
Answer by CassieWax(3) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Since 1/4" is equal to 5 miles, then that means there are 5 miles per 1/4 inch. Since 5 1/2" is divisible by 1/4" 22 times (i.e. 5.5/0.25 = 22), then the answer would be 22 x 5 miles = 110 miles
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