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Using a scale of 2in: 45 miles

The distance between Troy City and Ben City is 315 miles. How far apart are they on the map? (numerical answer)

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set Up a ratio:

2 inches / 45 miles = x inches / 315 miles

Solve for x

Cross multiply:

45x = 630

Divide both sides by 45

X = 630 /45

X = 14 inches apart

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