Question

On a map of North Carolina has a scale of 1 in = 60 miles. If from Charlotte to

Holden Beach is 4 1/2 inches, how far is it from Charlotte to Holden Beach? *

Answer 1

270 miles

Explanation:

60 * 4.5 = 270

Each inch is equal to 60 miles. You can set up a ratio like this.

`(1)/(60) = (4.5)/(x)`

Cross multiply to solve for x (or use a calculator).

x = 270

Note in our equation that the denominators are miles and numerators are inches. These much match or else you will get an incorrect answer.

Answer 2

270 miles

Explanation: