The map has a scale of 1:16000 and the distance on the map between the school and Gerrie's house is 7,3cm. determine the actual distance in kilometres
since 1km = 1000m = 100,000cm
1:16000 = 7.3:116800 = 7.3cm : 1.168km
1:16000 = 7.3:116800 = 7.3cm : 1.168km