SOLUTION: What is the average speed traveled if 22.2 miles is covered in 12:51.864?

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Question 1072928: What is the average speed traveled if 22.2 miles is covered in 12:51.864?
Answer by Fombitz(32388) About Me  (Show Source):
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Convert the time to one unit (minutes or seconds)
In seconds, t=12%2A60%2B51.864
In minutes, t=12%2B51.684%2F60
Then use the distance equation,
D=R%2At
R=D%2Ft