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Question
On the map, 1 cm distance is equal to a distance of 110 metres on the ground. Now tell
How far is Makai Darwaza from Fateh Darwaza?
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Solution
The distance from Makai Darwaza from Fateh Darwaza is 10.5 cm. On the ground, the distance is 1155 m.
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