Question

Milan drove 576 miles in 8 hours. At the same rate, how many miles would he drive in 12 hours?

Answer 1

ANSWER

$864\text{ mi}$

EXPLANATION

First, we have to find the rate at which he drove. To do this, divide the distance he drove by the time taken. That is:

$\begin{gathered} R=\frac{576}{8} \\ R=72\text{ mi/h} \end{gathered}$

Now, find the distance that he will be able to drive applying the same formula:

$\begin{gathered} R=\frac{D}{t} \\ \Rightarrow72=\frac{D}{12} \\ D=864\text{ mi} \end{gathered}$

That is the distance he will be able to drive at the same rate.