Question

Sandra drove 90 miles and used 6 gallons of gasoline. Ben drove 135 miles and used 9 gallons of

gasoline
Which of these statements is true?
A Sandra and Ben used gasoline at the same rate because - 15
B Sandra and Ben used gasoline at different rates because Ben drove a longer distance.
C Sandra and Ben used gasoline at the same rate of 12 miles per gallon.
Sandra and Ben used gasoline at different rates because Sandra used less gasoline.

Answer 1

Answer: A

Explanation:

because the rate Sandra is using gas is 90/6 which is 15 and the rate Ben is using gas is 135/9 which is also 15. Since they are USING the gas, it is minus 15 (-15).

Answer 2

It is A

Explanation:

6 x 15 = 90

9 x 15 = 135