Question

On a map 1/2inch represents 4/5mile what distance on the map represents 1 mile

Answer 1

7/10 inch

Explanation:

You must find a common denominator, 1/2 --> 5/10, 4/5 --> 8/10. add 2/10 to 8/10 to get a full mile, then add 2/10 to 5/10 to keep it equivalant. Hope this helps you out!