SOLUTION: Bob is on his way home in his car. He has driven 30 miles so far, which is five-sixths of the way home. What is the total length of his drive? Please write the problem soluti

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Question 758778: Bob is on his way home in his car. He has driven 30
miles so far, which is five-sixths of the way home. What is the total length of his drive?
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Answer by Alan3354(69443)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Bob is on his way home in his car. He has driven 30
miles so far, which is five-sixths of the way home. What is the total length of his drive?
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If 30 miles = 5/6, then 6 miles = 1/6
then, 36 miles = 6/6 = total length
--> 36 miles
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