Question

Distance traveled by a runner. Use the table

to find the constant of proportionality.
Distance (mi) 4.55 13.65 22.75 31.85
Time (h)
0.5
1.5
2.5
3.5

Answer 1

9514 1404 393

Answer:

9.1 miles per hour

Explanation:

The speed is found by dividing distance by time.

speed = (4.55 mi)/(0.5 h) = 9.1 mi/h

The constant of proportionality is 9.1 miles per hour.