Question

On a map drown to the scale 1/2 inch = 200 miles, what is the distance , in miles.between tow cities that are 3.5 inches apart on the map?

Answer 1

1/2 inch = 200 miles
0.5 inch = 200 miles
3.5 inches = ? miles
3.5/0.5 = 7
0.5 × 7 = 200 × 7
3.5inches = 1400 miles