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A scale on a map shows that 2 inches = 25 miles.


Part A

How many inches on the map represents 60 miles?


Part B

How many miles is represented by 1/4 inch on the map?

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Commoncougar

A). 4.8 Inches represents 60 miles.
The given scale is 2 = 25; inches to miles. So, convert the scale.
25 x 2.4 = 60
2 x 2.4 = 4.8

B). 1/4 inch represents 3 1/8 miles.
The given scale is 2 = 25; inches to miles. So, convert the scale.
2 x .125 = 1/4
25 x .125 = 3.125 or 3 1/8




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