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Solving a word problem involving rates and time conversion A car travels at an average speed of 68 miles per hour. How long does it take to travel 221 miles?
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Solving a word problem involving rates and time conversion

A car travels at an average speed of 68 miles per hour. How long does it take to travel 221 miles?

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Distance = rate x time
Distance = 221 miles
Rate = 68 mph
221 miles = 68 mph x time
221 miles/68 mph = time
3.25 hours = time
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