Question

"Maria is traveling along a road toward Harrisburg and sees the following sign.

Easton
Harrisburg
10 miles
25 miles
Maria knows there is a gas station located of the distance between Easton and Harrisburg.
How far does Maria have to travel, in miles, to reach the gas station?

Answer 1

Answer: 17 and 1/2 miles

Step-by-step explanation: They are 15 miles away from eachother which means halfway between the two is 7 and 1/2. 10 plus 7 and 1/2 is 17 and 1/2 and 25 minus 7 and 1/2 is 17 and 1/2.