SOLUTION: If Jamar can run 3/5 of a mile in 2 minutes 30 seconds, what is his rate in miles per minute? Please show all work. I appreciate it! Thanks!

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Question 161495: If Jamar can run 3/5 of a mile in 2 minutes 30 seconds, what is his rate in miles per minute?
Please show all work. I appreciate it! Thanks!
Answer by scott8148(6628) About Me  (Show Source):
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2 minutes 30 seconds is 2.5 or 5/2 minutes

(3/5 miles)/(5/2 minutes)=6/25 miles/minute (or .24)