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Question 287188: Stephen had a 10:00 a.m. appointment 60 km from his home. He averaged 80 km/h for the trip and arrived 20 minutes late for the appointment. At what time did he leave his home?
(A) 9:35 a.m. (B) 9:15 a.m. (C) 8:40 a.m. (D) 9:00 a.m. (E) 9:20 a.m.
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
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80*x=60
x=60/80=3/4 hr=45 min
10:20-:45=9:80-:45=9:35 am