SOLUTION: On a map, two-thirds of an inch represents 26 miles. If two cities on the map are two inches apart, find the actual distance between them.

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Question 791004: On a map, two-thirds of an inch represents 26 miles. If two cities on the map are two inches apart, find the actual distance between them.
Answer by Cromlix(4381) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
There are 3 x 2/3rds in 2 inches
3 * 26 = 78 miles.
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