Math Problem Statement
Qasim is planning to drive from City X to City Y. The scale drawing below shows the distance between the two cities with a scale of ½ inch = 10 miles. City X City Y 5 in. What is the actual distance between the two cities? Answer Attempt 1 out of 2
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Proportions
Scaling
Formulas
Actual distance = Map distance × Scale factor
Theorems
Proportional reasoning
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8
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