Question

Jory's motorcycle travels at a constant rate of 18 miles in 45 minutes. What is the rate, in miles per hour,

that Jory is traveling?
A. 13
B. 18
C. 24
D. 26
please give explanation

Answer 1

C. 24

Explanation:

We should find how many miles Jory travels in 15 minutes first.

45 ÷ 15 = 3

18÷3=6

6 miles in 15 minutes

every hour has 60 minutes

60 ÷ 15 = 4

multiply 6 by 4 to find miles per hour

6×4=24