Math Problem Statement

How far is Jesse from his home based on a scale on a map?

Solution

The question involves determining how far Jesse is from his home (in yards) based on a scale given on a map.

Solution:

  1. Understand the scale:

    • Jesse is 64 yards from City Hall in reality, which corresponds to 45\frac{4}{5} inch on the map.
    • This gives the scale: 64 yardsper45 inch.64 \text{ yards} \quad \text{per} \quad \frac{4}{5} \text{ inch}.
  2. Find the yards per inch: Convert the scale to yards per inch: Scale factor=6445=64×54=80 yards per inch.\text{Scale factor} = \frac{64}{\frac{4}{5}} = 64 \times \frac{5}{4} = 80 \text{ yards per inch.}

  3. 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: Distance=80×3.25=260 yards.\text{Distance} = 80 \times 3.25 = 260 \text{ yards.}

Final Answer:

Jesse is 260 yards from his home.


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Related Questions:

  1. How is a map scale typically determined?
  2. If the map's scale changes, how would that affect calculations like these?
  3. What are other real-world applications of using a map scale?
  4. How can one measure more complex paths on a map?
  5. 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