SOLUTION: A map lists its scale as "1 inch = 42 miles." If two cities are 249 miles apart, how far apart are they on the map? (round answers to nearest tenth)

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Question 843236: A map lists its scale as "1 inch = 42 miles." If two cities are 249 miles apart, how far apart are they on the map? (round answers to nearest tenth)
Answer by richard1234(7193) About Me  (Show Source):
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1 in/42 mi = x in/249 miles

x = 249/42 ~ 5.9 inches