8. A scale on a map states that every ¼ of an inch represents 20 miles. If two cities are 3 ½ inches apart, how many miles are actually between the two cities?

A. 14 miles
B. 20 miles
C. 125 miles
D. 230 miles
E. 280 miles

Question

8. A scale on a map states that every ¼ of an inch represents 20 miles. If two cities are 3 ½ inches apart, how many miles are actually between the two cities? 

A. 14 miles 
B. 20 miles 
C. 125 miles 
D. 230 miles 
E. 280 miles

anonymous · Answer

one inch would be 80 miles 3 inches would be 240 miles plus another 40 miles left over for a 1/2 in, so 240+40=

jennychan12 · Answer

proportions.
$$\frac{0.25 }{ 20 } = \frac{ 3.5 }{ x }$$
solve for x.

jennychan12 · Answer

0.25 x = 70
x = 280

jennychan12 · Answer

E