Question

The distance between Dallas and San Antonio is on a map is 13.7 inches. If 2 inches = 40 miles, what is the distance, in miles, from Dallas to San Antonio?

Answer 1

Distance= 308 miles

Explanation:

Giving the following information:

The distance between Dallas and San Antonio is on a map is 13.7 inches.

2 inches = 40 miles

To calculate the distance between Dallas and San Antonio, we will use the following formula:

Distance= (12/2)*40 + 1.7*40

Distance= 308 miles

12/2= first 12 inches