Question

The scale of this map is 1 inch = 50 miles. The ruler measures the distance between Gary, Indiana, and Traverse City, Michigan, as 3 inches. How many actual miles are between these two cities?

Answer 1

150 miles

Explanation:

Given the scale on the map using the conversion factor

1 inch = 50 miles

We are to find the equivalent miles between the cities in miles if the distace is 3inches

3inches = x

Divide both expressions

1/3 = 50/x

Cross multiply

x = 3 * 50

x = 150

Hence the actual distance between these two cities in miles is 150 miles