SOLUTION: A cyclist rides his bike at a speed of 9 miles per hour. What is this speed in miles per minute? How many miles will the cyclist travel in 20 minutes? Do not round your answers.

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Question 932816: A cyclist rides his bike at a speed of
9 miles per hour. What is this speed in miles per minute? How many miles will the cyclist travel in 20 minutes? Do not round your answers.
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A cyclist rides his bike at a speed of 9 miles per hour.
What is this speed in miles per minute?
9/60 = .15 mi/min
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How many miles will the cyclist travel in 20 minutes?
20 * .15 = 3 miles