Question

Convert the following representative fraction (R.F.) into a statement of scale:

`1/(10,560)`

Answer 1

1 : 10,560 means:

1 unit on the map = 10,560 units on the ground

We know:

1 mile = 63,360 inches

So, 

10,560 inches = `1/6` mile

1 inch on the map = `1/6` mile on the ground.