Question

On a particular map of Denmark, 1 inch represents 12 miles. um H = 12 miles What does 2 in a half inches on the map represent? Write a number sentence and show your work.

Answer 1

If 1 inch represents 12 miles then 2 1/2 inches would represent 30 miles

1 inch = 12 miles

2 1/2 inches = 2 1/2 *12

=5/2 * 12

= 5 * 6

= 30 miles