On a Map, Two Cities Are In

question 17

Multiple Choice

On a map, two cities are in. apart. If ³/₈ in. on the map represents 25 mi, find the number of miles between the two cities.

• A) 19.92 mi
• B) 141.67 mi
• C) 16.67 mi
• D) 123.67 mi
• E) 143.67 mi

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Definitions:

Nonrestrictive Clause

A clause which provides additional information about a noun or pronoun in a sentence but does not limit or define it in an essential way.

Asserted

Stated with confidence or declared strongly as a fact.

Connective

A logical operator that links propositions in compound sentences, such as "and," "or," "not."

Clause

A part of a sentence that contains its own subject and predicate, which can either stand alone as a sentence or be part of a larger sentence.