Question

Zoe drew a map with a scale of 1 inch to 12 miles. What length on

Zoe's map represents 68 miles?

Answer 1

5.66 inches

Explanation:

In this case I know the ratio or that 1 inch equals 12 miles, so 1 times 12. I need to find out how many inches represents 68 miles, so 12 times what number equals 68? I would divide 68 divided by 12 and I get 5.66 that terminates, the teacher should accept 5.66 inches or 5 and 2/3.