Solve the problem.
-A map has a scale of 4 miles to the inch. How far apart in reality are two cities that are 20 inches apart on the map? How far apart on the map are two cities that, in reality, are 20 miles apart?
A) 80 miles; 5 inches
B) 5 miles; 80 inches
C) 5 miles; 5 inches
D) 80 miles; 80 inches

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The scale is 4 miles to the inch, so for the first part, 20 inches on the map equals 20 * 4 = 80 miles in reality. For the second part, 20 miles in reality equals 20 / 4 = 5 inches on the map.

Solve the Problem. -A Map Has a Scale of 4 Miles to the Miles