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If the length between points on a map is 6 inches, 8 inches, and 9 inches, and the scale is one inch equals 5 miles, find the distances in miles.

a.) 1.2, 1.6, and 1.8 miles
b.) 11, 13, and 14 miles
c.) 30, 40 and 45 miles

Respuesta :

c) because you multiply the conversion by the number of inches. Therefore, 6x5=30, 8*5=40, and 9*5=45

Answer:

Option c is correct

Distance in miles are; 30, 40, 45 miles

Step-by-step explanation:

As per the statement:

If the length between points on a map is 6 inches, 8 inches, and 9 inches.

It is also given that:

1 in. = 5 miles

We have to find the distance in miles:

For 6 inches.

1 in. = 5 miles

6 in. = [tex]6 \cdot 5 = 30[/tex] miles

Similarly, for 8 inches:

8 inches = [tex]8 \cdot 5 = 40[/tex] miles

For 9 inches:

9 inches = [tex]9 \cdot 5 = 45[/tex] miles

Therefore, distance in miles are; 30, 40, 45 miles

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