Question

On a map, a $2$- inch line segment represents an actual distance of $5$ miles.

The length of a line segment on the map that represents an actual distance of $3$ miles

$1$ inch

• A. If the quantity in Column A is greater
• B. If the quantity in Column B is greater
• C. If the two quantities are equal
• D. If the relationship cannot be determined from the information given

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

If the quantity in Column A is greater

A $2$ inch line represents an actual distance of $5$ miles.

So, actual distance of $3$ miles can be represented be $\frac{6}{5}=1.2$ inch, which is greater than $1$ inch.

Therefore the quantity in $1^{st}$ column is greater.

So, option $A$ is correct.