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A model of the F/A - 18 Hornet is 16 inches long. If the actual length of the jet is 56 feet, what scale was used for the model?

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Answer:

1 inch = 3.5 feet

Explanation:

Let's assume the desired answer is in the form 1 inch=x feet. Then

16 inches=56 feet

1 inch=56/16 feet

1 inch = 3.5 feet

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