<PRE><B>Question 357606</B>
To solve this problem, we will use the formula distance=rate*time or &lt;br&gt;

{{{d=rt}}}&lt;br&gt;

For the fast train, we know that&lt;br&gt;

{{{d=60*6}}} fast train&lt;br&gt;

{{{d=360}}} miles&lt;br&gt;

Since the two distances traveled by the two trains are equal, we now know&lt;br&gt;

{{{360=r*8}}} slow train&lt;br&gt;

{{{r=45}}}&lt;br&gt;

&lt;b&gt;Thus, the slow freight train traveled at 45 miles per hour.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;

I hope this helps!&lt;br&gt;</PRE>