Question

A map has a scale of 1 inch : 40 miles. Use the given map distance to find the actual distance.

1.) 12 inches
2.) 1 foot

Answer 1

If it is 1/40 as the ratio then multiple the top by 12 and bottom by 12 to get 480 miles

Answer 2

480 miles

Explanation:

If one inch equals 40 miles, then 12 times that would be 4800 miles.

1 Inch 12 Inches

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40 Miles 480 Miles.