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Set 4: Ratios Rates Proportions (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

A car travels at 50 miles per hour for 3 hours. How many miles does it travel?

A car travels at 50 miles per hour for 3 hours. How many miles does it travel?

A.

300

B.

153

C.

152

D.

150

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

Choice D is the best answer. Distance = Rate times Time = 50 times 3 = 150 miles

Why others are wrong:
A: 300 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 153 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 152 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

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