Question

Sal is participating in a charity walk. The distance Sal walks, in kilometers, is proportional to the number of hours he spends walking.

Which statements are true about the distance Sal walks?

Select each correct answer.


Sal walks 3.5 km in 1 h.

Sal walks 14 km in 4 h.

Sal walks 4 km in 14 h.

Sal walks 1 km in 3.5 h.

Answer 1

The distance Sal walks is proportional to the number of hours he spends walking. Sal walks 3.5 km in 1 h and 14 km in 4 h.

Step-by-step explanation:

The distance Sal walks is proportional to the number of hours he spends walking. This means that the distance Sal walks will increase or decrease in a consistent ratio with the number of hours he walks.

Let's analyze each statement to see if it is true:

1. Sal walks 3.5 km in 1 h: This statement is true, as it follows the proportionality described.
2. Sal walks 14 km in 4 h: This statement is also true, as it represents a consistent ratio between distance and time.
3. Sal walks 4 km in 14 h: This statement is false, as the ratio is not consistent. It would mean that Sal is walking at a slower pace over time.
4. Sal walks 1 km in 3.5 h: This statement is also false, as it does not follow the proportionality described.

Based on this analysis, the correct statements are:

• Sal walks 3.5 km in 1 h.
• Sal walks 14 km in 4 h.