Question

The scale on a map is 5.1 cm: 2 mi. Find the distance in miles between two cities that are

12 centimeters apart on the map.

Answer 1

They are 4.7miles apart

Step-by-step explanation:

Cross-multiply & Divide,

`(5.1cm)/(2mi) *(12cm)/(x)`

Solve for x,

2 × 12 = 24

24 ÷ 5.1 = 4.7