SOLUTION: A man drives to town 30 miles away at a speed of 45 mph and arrives in 40 mins. on his return he takes 60 mins.
What is his average speed for the total trip?
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What is his average speed for the total trip?
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Question 380202: A man drives to town 30 miles away at a speed of 45 mph and arrives in 40 mins. on his return he takes 60 mins.
What is his average speed for the total trip?
You can put this solution on YOUR website! A man drives to town 30 miles away at a speed of 45 mph and arrives in 40 mins. on his return he takes 60 mins.
What is his average speed for the total trip?
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Average speed = (total distance)/(total time)
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Total distance = 60 miles
Total time = 40 min + 60 min = 1 2/3 hrs
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Average speed = 60/(5/3) = 36 mph
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