Question

On a regional map, the scale shows that 2 cm on the map = 10 actual miles. The actual distance from Forest Hills to Plainville is 74 miles. How far apart are these cities on the map?

A.)5 cm
B.)7.4 cm
C.)8 cm
D).14.8 cm

Answer 1

D

Explanation:

if every 2 cm on the map=10 miles, I can use my basic knowledge to find out how many cm will equal 70, in this case I can multiply 7 on both sides to find out how many cm on the map will equal 70, so 2(7)cm=10(7)mi will result as 14cm=70mi. Even though the answer seems pretty clear I can round my answer closer to 2 or I can double check by dividing 74 by 10=7.4 times the 2 cm which gets me 14.8.