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the table shows the distances traveled by 4 cyclists. Sort the speeds of the riders, in miles per hour slowest to fastest.

the table shows the distances traveled by 4 cyclists. Sort the speeds of the riders-example-1
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Answer:

Julio; Elana; Kevin; Lorena

Explanation:

Okay, so we know that Distance = Rate x Time. Therefore, Rate (speed) = Distance/Time.

Elena: 41/2 x 4/9 = 9 1/9 mph

Julio: 49/4 x 2/3 = 8 1/6 mph

Kevin: 62/3 x 3/5 = 12 2/5 mph

Lorena: 133/4 x 3/7 = 14 1/4 mph

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