The ratio of inches to feet is given as " of an inch represents of a foot." To find the unit rate in inches per foot, we can simplify this ratio. Let's convert inches to feet by multiplying by 12 (since there are 12 inches in a foot):
( of an inch ) x (12 inches/1 foot) = 12( of an inch )/1 foot
Simplifying, we get:
(12/1)( of an inch )/1 foot = of an inch per foot
Therefore, the unit rate in inches per foot is of an inch per foot.
The answer is C.
In the scaled down drawing of a sport utility vehicle shown below, of an inch represents of a foot.
What is the unit rate in inches per foot?
A.
2 inches per foot
B.
of an inch per foot
C.
of an inch per foot
D.
of an inch per foot
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