Question

2. On a map, 1 inch equals 150 miles. The border between two states is

5.5 inches long on the map. What is the actual length of the border?
Lesson 8-1 7.6.1.1

Answer 1

825

Explanation:

Add all it up and multiply the decimals.

Answer 2

825 miles

Explanation:

set up a ratio problem

1 inch/150 miles = 5.5 inch/x

x = 5.5 x 150

x = 825