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An alligator can run at a speed of 13 feet per second on land. At this rate, how far can it run in 3 seconds?

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Answer:

Explanation:

Speed V = 13ft/sec

Time T = 3sec

Distance D = ?

V = D/T

13 = D/3

Cross multiply

D = 13×3

D = 39feet

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Answer:

The alligator can run 39 feet in 3 seconds

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