Question

What is the actual distance of 9 cm on a map whose scale shows that 3 cm = 5 km? A. 18 km incorrect answer B. 12 km incorrect answer C. 21 km incorrect answer D. 15 km

Answer 1

D. 15 km

Explanation:

Answer 2

15 km

Explanation:

3 cm on the map = 5 km

3 x 3 = 9 cm

5 x 3 = 15 km

So, 9 cm on the map = 15 km