a map is drawn to the scale of 3/4 inch = 50 miles. WHat is the actual distance between two towns that are 1 1/2 inches apart on the map?
(3/4)/50 = (1 1/2)/x
(3/4)x = 75
x = 75 / (3/4)
x = 75 * (4/3)
x = ?
10
326 miles 1inch 50 miles
To determine the actual distance between the two towns on the map, you can use the scale provided: 3/4 inch = 50 miles.
First, calculate the scale ratio by dividing the number of miles represented by one inch on the map:
Scale ratio = Distance on map / Actual distance
Scale ratio = 3/4 inch / 50 miles
Next, find out the actual distance by setting up a proportion using the calculated scale ratio:
1 1/2 inches (Distance on map) / x miles (Actual distance) = 3/4 inch / 50 miles
Now, cross multiply and solve for x:
(1 1/2) * 50 = (3/4) * x
75/2 = 3x/4
150 = 6x
x = 150 / 6
x = 25
Therefore, the actual distance between the two towns is 25 miles.