SOLUTION: A train is traveling at 54 miles per hour. How long will it take to go 378 miles?

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Question 236802: A train is traveling at 54 miles per hour. How long will it take to go 378 miles?
Answer by nerdybill(7384) About Me  (Show Source):
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A train is traveling at 54 miles per hour. How long will it take to go 378 miles?
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Apply the "distance formula":
d = rt
where
d is distance traveled
r is rate or speed
t is time
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Your problem gives you:
d = 378
r = 54
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d = rt
378 = 54t
378/54 = t
7 hours = t