SOLUTION: He drove 150 miles in 2.5 hours. What was his average speed, in miles per hour?

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Question 220159: He drove 150 miles in 2.5 hours. What was his average speed, in miles per hour?

Answer by colliefan(242) About Me  (Show Source):
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He drove 150 miles in 2.5 hours. What was his average speed, in miles per hour?

Speed = distance / time
speed = 150 miles / 2.5 hours
speed = 60 miles / hour or 60 miles per hour
Always, use the units because if you are doing the wrong calculation, they will help you see that.