Math Problem Statement
Solution
The question involves determining how far Jesse is from his home (in yards) based on a scale given on a map.
Solution:
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Understand the scale:
- Jesse is 64 yards from City Hall in reality, which corresponds to inch on the map.
- This gives the scale:
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Find the yards per inch: Convert the scale to yards per inch:
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Calculate the distance from home: Jesse's home is 3.25 inches from his location on the map. Using the scale factor of 80 yards per inch, the distance in yards is:
Final Answer:
Jesse is 260 yards from his home.
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Related Questions:
- How is a map scale typically determined?
- If the map's scale changes, how would that affect calculations like these?
- What are other real-world applications of using a map scale?
- How can one measure more complex paths on a map?
- Can you calculate this problem using a different scale, such as metric units?
Tip:
When working with map scales, always double-check the units used (e.g., inches, yards, miles) to ensure consistent calculations.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Scale on a map
Proportions
Multiplication
Unit conversion
Formulas
Scale factor = (real distance) / (map distance)
Distance = Scale factor × Map distance
Theorems
Proportionality theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8