To translate the given statement into a proportion, we can set up a ratio between the distances on the map and the corresponding distances in real life.
The given information states that 3 inches on the map represents 325 miles, and 9 inches on the map represents 975 miles.
Let's set up the proportion:
StartFraction 3 inches Over 325 miles EndFraction = StartFraction 9 inches Over 975 miles EndFraction
In this proportion, the numerator represents the distances on the map, and the denominator represents the corresponding distances in real life.
To solve the proportion, we can cross-multiply and then solve for the unknown value:
3 inches * 975 miles = 9 inches * 325 miles
2925 inches * miles = 2925 inches * miles
Since the product of the two cross-multiplied values is equal, we can conclude that the proportion is true.
Therefore, the translated statement into a proportion is:
StartFraction 3 inches Over 325 miles EndFraction = StartFraction 9 inches Over 975 miles EndFraction