Question

On a map, 1 inch represents 3 miles. How many miles long is a road that is 2.5 inches long on the map?

Answer 1

7.5 miles

Explanation:

1 inch = 3 miles

1 inch = 3 miles

1/2 inch = 1.5 miles

3+3+1.5 = 7.5 miles

Answer 2

7.5

Explanation:

you have to double it to get 6 then half of 3 is 1.5 so 6 plus 1.5 is 7.5