Answer:
21.4 miles
Step-by-step explanation:
You want to know the distance 2 1/2 inches represents on a map with a scale of 7 inches to 60 miles.
Proportion
The actual distance is proportional to the map distance.
actual/map = (60 mi)/(7 in) = x/(2 1/2 in)
x = (2 1/2)·60/7 ≈ 21.4
They must travel about 21.4 miles to their meet.
