SOLUTION: A snail moves at a rate of about 2 point 4 inches per minute. How many minutes have passed if it has moved forty-eight inches?

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Question 935136: A snail moves at a rate of about 2 point 4 inches per minute. How many minutes have passed if it has moved forty-eight inches?
Answer by TimothyLamb(4379) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
s = d/t
t = d/s
t = 48/2.4
t = 20 minutes
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