Question

if a train travels 25 miles in 2 hours and 15 minutes, what is it's average speed in miles per hour?
• 10 mph
• 11.1 mph
• 12.5 mph
• 9.1 mph

Answer 1

2 hours 15 mins = 2 1/4 hours

2 1/4 hours = 25 miles

1 hour = 25 ÷ 2 1/4 = 25 ÷ 9/4 = 25 x 4/9 = 11.1 miles

Answer: 11.1 mph