Converting Miles to Kilometers
We are given the estimation that 5 miles is approximately equal to 8 kilometers. To convert 10 miles to kilometers, we can use this information to set up a proportion:
5 miles / 8 kilometers = 10 miles / x kilometers
Where 'x' represents the unknown number of kilometers.
To solve for 'x', we can cross-multiply:
5 miles * x kilometers = 8 kilometers * 10 miles
Simplifying the equation:
5x = 80
Finally, divide both sides by 5 to isolate 'x':
x = 16
Therefore, 10 miles is approximately equal to 16 kilometers.
