On a map the distance between two mountains is 312 inches. The actual distance between the mountains is 140 km. Ram is camped at a location that on the map is 34 inch from the base of the mountain. How many km is he from the base of the mountain? Choices:
A) 14.83  B) 14.81  C) 14.8  D) 15.25  E) 14.12
Explanation:   Since 312 inch = 140 km   So 1 inch = 140/312 km   So 34 inch = (140 Ã— 34)/ 312 = 15.25 km   Answer: 15.25
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On a map the distance between two mountains is 312 inches. The actual distance between the mountains is 140 km. Ram is camped at a location that on the map is 34 inch from the base of the mountain. How many km is he from the base of the mountain?