Question

Lien walked 7/8 mile in 1/4 hour. what was her speed in miles per hour

Answer 1

Answer: Lien walked 3.5 miles per hour of speed.

Explanation:

Distance Lien walked = 7/8 of a mile = 0.875 miles

Time of walking = 1/4 of an hour = 15 minutes

Distance in miles Time in minutes

0.875 15

x 60

Calculations:

15x = 0.875 * 60

15x = 52.5

x = 52.5/15

x = 3.5

Hope this wasn't too confusing and it helps you out!

Answer 2

3.5 miles per hour of speed

Explanation:

Given:

• Distance Lien walked = 7/8 of a mile = 0.875 miles
• Time of walking = 1/4 of an hour = 15 minutes

To find:

• Let's use the Direct Rule of Three

1. Distance in miles 2. Time in minutes

0.875 15

x 60

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• 15x = 0.875 * 60
• 15x = 52.5
• x = 52.5/15
• x = 3.5
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Answer: 3.5