Question

the length of the scale drawing of the fence is 7 inches. find the length of the actual fence in feet. start by finding the length of the actual fence in inches. scale: 1 to 60 7 inches

Explanation:

Step1: Find actual length in inches

Since the scale is 1 to 60 and the scale - drawing length is 7 inches, the actual length in inches is $7\times60 = 420$ inches.

Step2: Convert inches to feet

We know that 1 foot = 12 inches. So, to convert 420 inches to feet, we divide by 12: $\frac{420}{12}=35$ feet.

Answer:

35 feet