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On a map, 1 cm represents 50 km. Two towns are 10.5 cm apart on the map. What is the actual distance?

  1. 0.21 km
  2. 60.5 km
  3. 525 km
  4. 5,250 km

Answer

C. 525 km

Solution

10.5 cm × 50 km/cm = 525 km.

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