Question

On a map with a scale of 2 cm = 1 km, the

distance from Beau's house to the beach is
4.6 centimeters. What is the actual distance?
A 2.3 km
B 4.6 km
© 6.5 km
D 9.2 km

Answer 1

I would believe that the answer is A. 2.3 km

Explanation:

If 2cm=1km

then 4cm=2km

not to mention the km is 1/2 or the cm

so i would believe that .6cm would be .3km

therefore the answer must be 2.3km

Answer 2

A. 2.3km

Explanation:

Since 2cm = 1km

4.6cm = xkm

xkm = 4.6 x 1 / 2

= 2.3km