The distance between two towns on a map varies directly with the actual distance between the towns. Seven and a half inches on the map represents 150 miles. What is the actual distance represented by 11 inches on the map?

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Cross multiply and solve for x.

7.5/150 = 11/x

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The distance between two towns on a map varies directly with the actual distance between the towns. Seven and a half inches on the map represents 150 miles. What is the actual distance represented by 11 inches on the map?

1 answer

Cross multiply and solve for x.

7.5/150 = 11/x

Ms. Sue · Answer

Cross multiply and solve for x. 7.5/150 = 11/x