The Sears Tower in Chicago is 1450 feet high. A model of the tower is 24 inches tall. What is the ratio of the height of the model to the height of the actual Sears Tower?
Ratio =
Height of Model / Actual Height =
Note, RP....we must compare similar units....so... 24 inches = 2 ft
2 / 1450 = 1 / 725