SOLUTION: I wasn't sure how to solve this one: (It's not for homework, but my mind seems to be blocked for how I do the right sort of division here...) If I travel at a speed of 40 miles p

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Question 150258: I wasn't sure how to solve this one:
(It's not for homework, but my mind seems to be blocked for how I do the right sort of division here...)
If I travel at a speed of 40 miles per hour, and I have to travel a distance of 12 miles, how long will it take me to travel (those 12 miles)?

Answer by jojo14344(1513) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
It shows you can reach 40 miles in 1 hour right?
If you nede to travel only 12 miles, divide this by your speed, and you'll get how long it will take. To show,
=12cross%28miles%29%2F%2840cross%28miles%29%2Fhr%29
=0.3hr%2A60= 18+minutes ----> time to travel in 12 miles.
Thank you,
jojo