Question

James is riding in a 102-mile bike race.

When he stops for his first water break,
he is told that the second part of the
course is twice as long as the first part.
How long is the first part of the course?

Answer 1

34

Explanation:

34 + 68 =102

34×2 =102 so 34 is the answer.

Answer 2

The first part of the course is 34 miles

Explanation:

If you get 34 miles into a 102 miles bike race, you still have 68 miles left, which is double 34