Question

On a map, 1 inch equals 20 miles. If two cities are 3 inches apart on the map, how far are they actually apart?

Answer 1

The cities are actually 60 miles apart.

Explanation:

Take the scale factor 1 inch = 20 miles and multiply it by the number of inches given.

3 × 1 inch and 3 × 20 miles 3 × 20 = 60

3 inches represents 60 miles

Answer 2

Answer: 60 miles

Step-by-step explanation: You multiply 3 by 20 because 1 inch is 20