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A scale on a map shows that 2 inches = 25 miles.

Part A
How many inches on the map represents 60 miles?
Part B
How many miles is represented by 1/4 inch on the map?

User Bonlenfum
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Answer: a = 4.8 b= 3.125

Explanation:

A:

2 inches - 25 miles

x inches - 60 miles

Set up a proportion:

4.8 inches on the map represent 60 miles.

B:

2 inches - 25 miles

1/4 inches - x miles

Set up a proportion:

3.125 miles are represented by 1/4 inches on the map.

User Greensuisse
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2in =25 miles
A) x in=60 miles x=2.4 inches
B) .25 in=x miles
25 miles /8
x =3.125 miles
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