SOLUTION: an ostrich can run at a rate of 50 miles in 60 minutes. At this rate how long would it take an ostrich to run 18 miles?

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Question 681743: an ostrich can run at a rate of 50 miles in 60 minutes. At this rate how long would it take an ostrich to run 18 miles?
Answer by ReadingBoosters(3246) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
rate = distance%2Ftime
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Therefore, time = distance%2Frate
18%2F%2850%2F60%29+=+18%2860%2F50%29+=+1080%2F50++=+highlight_green%2821.6%29 minutes
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