If the distance between the real towns of Candler and Canton is 9 miles, how far apart are Candler and Canton on the map?

2.25 inches

Step-by-step explanation:

Map scale given = ¼ inch represents 1 mile (¼ inch = 1 mile)

Distance between the real towns of Candler and Canton = 9 miles

Their distance on map can be calculated as follows:

Let the distance on map = x

¼ inch = 1 miles

x inch = 9 miles

Cross multiply

x*1 = ¼*9

x = 9/4

x = 2.25

Distance on map = 2.25 inches

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