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On a state map, at its one corner, it is mentioned "Scale 1 cm = 110 meters". If on the map the measured distance between any two cities is 9.7 cm, the actual distance between the two cities is approximately.

A.
2.01 km
B.
11 km
C.
10 km
D.
1.067 km

Solution:

Concept:Maps are drawn to reduced scales.Scale = actual distance on the ground/distance shown on the map.Given:Scale 1 cm = 110 metersDistance between any two cities on map = 9.7 cm.Explanation:1 cm on map = 110 meters on the ground.The actual distance between cities = 9.7 x 110 meters = 1067 m = 1.067 kmThus, the actual distance between the two cities is approximately 1.067 km.

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