Asked by blake

Two towns on a map are 2 1/4 inches apart. The actual distance between the two towns is 45 miles. what does one inch on the map represent?
Answered by Ms. Sue
2.25/45 = 1/x

Cross multiply and solve for x.

Answered by Brice
If two towns are 2 1/2 inches apart on the map, what is the actual distance between the towns?