the legend on a map states that 1 inch is 20 miles. if you measure 5 inches on the map, how many miles would…
the legend on a map states that 1 inch is 20 miles. if you measure 5 inches on the map, how many miles would the actual distance be? ? miles
Answer
Explanation:
Step1: Identify the scale ratio
1 inch on map = 20 miles in reality.
Step2: Calculate actual distance
We have 5 inches on map, so actual distance = 5×20. $5\times20 = 100$
Answer:
100