Paul is making a map for geography. in order to draw the map, he must create a scale converting the measured inches on the map to actual miles.

length in inches 1-1/4 1-1/2 1-3/4 2-1/4 2-1/2 2-3/4

length in miles 25 30 35 45 50 55

use the table above to identify the scale he used for his map.

a. 1 in = 10 miles

b. 1 in = 5 miles

c. 1 in = 20 miles

d. 1 in = 15 miles