if you were to make a model of the swordfish with a scale of 1 in. = 2 ft, how long would the model be?

Answer 1

The average length of a swordfish is about 10 feet. To convert this length to your model scale of 1 inch = 2 feet, you can follow these steps:

1. Convert the actual length to inches:
   \( 10 \text{ feet} \times 12 \text{ inches/foot} = 120 \text{ inches} \)

2. Now, using the scale of 1 inch = 2 feet, you can find the model length:
   \( \text{Model length} = \frac{120 \text{ inches}}{2} = 60 \text{ inches} \)

So, the model of the swordfish would be 60 inches long.