SOLUTION: On a map 2.5 inches represents 10 miles. How many inches on map represent 3 miles?

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Question 252692: On a map 2.5 inches represents 10 miles. How many inches on map represent 3 miles?
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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On a map 2.5 inches represents 10 miles. How many inches on map represent 3 miles?
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x/3 = 2.5/10
x = (3*2.5)/10
x = 7/10 in or 0.7 in
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Cheers,
Stan H.