Question

Jesse runs a 26-mile race in 5 hours. LJ runs a 15-mile race in 2 hours. Who runs at a slower rate?

Answer 1

Answer: Jesse

because i guess i divided the number you could do it however 15 divided by 2 = 7.5 and 26 divided by 5 = 5.2

Answer 2

Jesse is the slower rate.

Explanation:

The slower rate is going to be determined by the distance divided by the time.

Jesse: 26 / 5 = 5.2 miles / hour

LJ: 15 / 2 = 7.5 miles / hour

Jesse is the slower rate.