Question

A map is drawn with a scale of 1/2 inch equal to 5 actual miles. If the map distance between two cities is 8 inches, what is the real distance between these cities in miles?

A. 40 miles

B. 16 miles

C. 4 miles

D. 100 miles

E. 80 miles

Answer 1

Answer:

E.

Step-by-step explanation:

1 / 2 : 5

8 : 80

They are directly proportional, and 1 / 2 -> 8 = 16

5 * 16 = 80

80 Miles.