SOLUTION: A woman rides her bike 5 miles in 2 hours. At this rate, how far can she travel in 7 hours?

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Question 204258: A woman rides her bike 5 miles in 2 hours. At this rate, how far can she travel in 7 hours?
Answer by Earlsdon(6294) About Me  (Show Source):
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If she rides 5 miles in 2 hours, then her speed is:
5%2F2+=+2.5mph.
Riding at a speed of 2.5mph for 7 hours, she can travel:
%282.5%29%287%29+=+17.5miles.