SOLUTION: a driver averages 60 mph in going a distance of 240 miles. he made the return trip over the same distance in 6 hours. what was his average speed the entire trip?
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Question 908668: a driver averages 60 mph in going a distance of 240 miles. he made the return trip over the same distance in 6 hours. what was his average speed the entire trip?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Note: 240mi/(60mph) = 4hr going
= 48mph avg
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