Question

the actual length of a rectangular platform used for assembeling robots is 6 feet. in amal's drawing, the platform measures 1.2 inches in legnth and 1 inch in width. what is the actual width of the platform? write a proportion to justify your answer.

Answer 1

Actual width = 5 feet.

Explanation:

The ratio of 1.2 to 1 equals the ratio of length to width.

1.2 / 1 = 6 / w where w is the actual width.

1.2w = 6

w = 6/1.2

w = 5.