Question

1. a map has a scale factor of $\frac{1 \text{ inch}}{30 \text{ feet}}$. a building is shown as being 2 inches by 3 inches on the map. what are the actual dimensions of the building?

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate actual length for 2 - inch side

Multiply map - length by scale factor.
$2\times30 = 60$ feet

Step2: Calculate actual length for 3 - inch side

Multiply map - length by scale factor.
$3\times30=90$ feet

Answer:

The actual dimensions of the building are 60 feet by 90 feet.