SOLUTION: How fast do you have to run (in mph) to run 985 feet in 40 seconds?

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Question 293533: How fast do you have to run (in mph) to run 985 feet in 40 seconds?
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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15 mph = 22 ft/sec
985/40 = 24.625 ft/sec
r:15::24.625:22
r = 15*24.625/22
r =~ 16.79 mph