Question

If I can type 120 words in 3 minutes, what is my rate per minute?

Answer 1

1. 40 words per minute

Explanation:

3 minutes = 120 words

1 minute = 120/3 = 40 words

Answer 2

40 words per minute

Explanation:

`(1)/(y) :(3)/(120)`

y · 3 = 1 · 120

3y = 120

3y ÷ 3 = 120 ÷ 3

y = 40