Question

Andre can run 2 1/2 miles in 3/4 hour. Find his average speed in miles per hour.

Answer 1

3 1/3 mph

Explanation:

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Answer 2

3 1/3 miles per hour

Explanation:

(5/2 ÷ 3/4) = (s ÷1)

(5/2 ÷ 3/4) = 10/3

10/3 = s/1

cross-multiply:

3s = 10

s = 10/3

s = 3 1/3 miles per hour