SOLUTION: If a runner takes x steps in running y feet, then how many steps does he take to run one mile?

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Question 1098610: If a runner takes x steps in running y feet, then how many steps does he take to run one mile?
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Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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If a runner takes x steps in running y feet, then how many steps does he take to run one mile?
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1 mile = 5280 feet
1 step = y feet
x = 5280/y

Answer by solver91311(24713) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!


There are 5280 feet in a statute mile, so a mile has pieces that are feet long. Each of these pieces requires steps, so:



John

My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it