Refer to the Given Map $\frac { 1 } { 8 }$

question 115

Multiple Choice

Refer to the given map. Assume that the length of each east-west block is $\frac { 1 } { 8 }$ mile and the length of each north-southblock is $\frac { 1 } { 4 }$ mile.
-Find the shortest possible walking distance (following the streets) between the bus stop and the library.

• A)1.75 mi
• B)1.50 mi
• C)2.0 mi
• D)1.25 mi

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