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Question 101908This question is from textbook Prentice Hall Mathematics Algebra 1
: can you please help and explain to me how to do this problem: Marla begins walking at 3 mi/h toward the library. Her friend meets her at the halfway point and drives her the rest of the way to the library. The distance to the library is 4 miles. How mnay hours did Marla walk. This question is from textbook Prentice Hall Mathematics Algebra 1

Answer by checkley75(3666) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
3mph*x=2miles
3x=2
x=2/3 hours or 2/3*60=40 minutes is how long Marla walked.