Question

A map is drawn using a scale of 1 inch : 4 meters. If the length of a paved path on a map is 16 inches, then find the actual length of the paved path.

Answer 1

Nana, this is the solution to the exercise:

Scale 1 inch : 4 meters

For solving this exercise, we will use the Direct Rule of Three, as follows:

Length on the map (inches) - Actual length (meters)

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1 4

16 x

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1 * x = 16 * 4

x = 64

The actual length of the paved path is 64 meters