Question

On a map, the scale is ½ inch to 300 miles. If the trip from Corpus Christi to El Paso is 600 miles, how far apart will those cities appear on the map (in inches)?

Answer 1

1 inch

Explanation:

1/2 inch = 0.5 inch

0.5/300 = n/600

0.5 * 600 = n * 300

300 = 300n

1 = n or n = 1

Answer 2

Explanation:

How many miles from El Paso to Corpus Christi?

The total driving distance from El Paso, TX to Corpus Christi, TX is 699 miles or 1 125 kilometers.