Question

The scale on a map says that 3 inches represents 14 miles. what distance on the map ( in inches) represents an actual distance of 49 miles?

Answer 1

10.5 inches

Explanation:

we can think about this as a simple ratio

a = inches on a map

b = miles in real life

14b : 3a = b : 3/14 a

49b would be 49(3/14)a = 10.5

10.5 inches