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On a map, 1 centimeter represents 4 miles. A distance of 10 miles would be how far apart on the map?
2(1/2) centimeters.
1(3/4) centimeters.
2 centimeters.
4 centimeters.
Detailed Explanation
The proportion 1cm/4miles =x cm/10miles models this situation. Cross multiply. 1 × 10 = 4x, so 10 = 4x and x=10/4=2(1/2).
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