Problema Solution
Henry is drawing a map of his property using a scale of 1 inch to 20 yards. He wants to show an orchard that has a length of 180 yards. How many inches should he show for his length on the map?
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Let 'x' represent the length of the orchard on the map in inches:
x : 180 = 1 : 20 cross-multiply
20x = 180 divide both sides by 20
x = 180/20
x = 9 in
The length of the orchard on the map should be 9 inches.