Tamar and Leah covered the same distance because 15,840 feet (Leah's walk) is equivalent to 3 miles (Tamar's bike ride) when converted, making them equal. Option C is correct.
To compare the distances Tamar rode and Leah walked, it's important to convert their respective units to a common measurement. Since 1 mile is equivalent to 5,280 feet, Tamar's 3 miles can be converted to feet by multiplying 3 by 5,280, resulting in 15,840 feet. Coincidentally, Leah walked 15,840 feet. This equivalence demonstrates that Tamar and Leah covered the same distance, despite the different modes of transportation and units used.
Options A and B are incorrect because they incorrectly compare the raw numerical values without considering the unit conversion. Option D is inaccurate because the comparison is based on different time durations for each person's activity and doesn't provide a meaningful comparison of distances covered.
Que. Tamar rode her bike 3 miles in 18 minutes. Leah walked 15,840 feet in 50 minutes. There are 5,280 feet in 1 mile Which explanation about the distance that Tamar rode and Leah walked is true?
A Leah walked farther than Tamar rode because 15,840 is greater than 3.
B. Tamar rode farther than Leah walked because miles are longer than feet
C. Tamar rode the same distance Leah walked because 15,840 feet is equal to 3 miles
D. Leah walked farther than Tamar rode because Leah walked for 30 minutes and Tamar rode for 18 minutes