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Question 1023396: Mr. Jones jogs the same route each day. The amount of time he jogs is inversely proportional to his jogging rate.
What option gives possible rates and times for two of his jogs?
Select one:
a. 6mphfor 1.5 hours and 5 mphfor 1.25 hours
b. 5mphfor 2 hours and 4 mphfor 3 hours
c. 4mphfor 2.25 hours and 6 mphfor 1.5 hours
d. 4.5mphfor 3 hours and 6 mphfor 4 hours
Answer by FrankM(1040) About Me  (Show Source):
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The distance has to multiply to the same result.
a. 9 , 6.25
b. 10, 12
c. 9, 9
d. 13.5, 24
The correct answer is C. The route is 9 miles.