On a map the key indicates that 1/4 inch = 1/2 mile. if two cities on themap are 4 1/2 inches apart what is the distance between the cities

Respuesta :

let the actual distance be x mile.
1/4 inch = 1/2 mile
9/2 inch = x mile
(9/2)/(1/4)=x/(1/2)
            18=2x
              x=9

the actual distance is 9 mile.