Question

Nick has to travel 36 miles to commute from his home to his work. Nick has completed 55% of his journey. A) how far does he have left to drive

B) the road he normally takes is closed the detour route will add 20% to the distance he travels, how far will he have to drive in total ?

Answer 1

A) (1 - 0.55)(36) = 16.2

16.2 miles left

B) 55 + 0.2(55)

55 + 11 = 66

He will have to drive 66 miles.