Math Problem Statement
Emily works at a horse camp and makes a scale drawing of the barn. The width of a stable in her drawing is 15 in.,and the length is 18 in. The actual width of the stable is 10 ft. What is the actual width of the stable?
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Scale Drawings
Unit Conversion
Ratios
Formulas
Scale ratio = drawing size / actual size
Unit conversion: 1 foot = 12 inches
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8
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