Question

A train goes at a constant speed. If it covers 150 miles in 2 1 2 hours,
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How long would it take for that train to cover 100 miles?

Answer 1

Answer:

x = 1 2/3 hours

Step-by-step explanation:

We can use ratios to solve

150 miles          100 miles

---------------- = ---------------

2.5 hours          x hours

Using cross products

150x = 2.5*100

divide each side by 150

150x/150 = 250/150

x = 1 2/3 hours