A map is drawn so that every 3.5 inches on the map corresponds to an actual distance of 100 miles. If the actual distance between the two cities is 220 miles, how far apart are they on the map?
A)63 inches
B)2.2 inches
C)13.9 inches
D)7.7 inches
E)23.8 inches

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The scale of the map is 3.5 inches to 100 miles. To find the map distance for 220 miles, set up a proportion: (3.5 inches / 100 miles) = (x inches / 220 miles). Solving for x gives x = (3.5 * 220) / 100 = 7.7 inches.

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