Set 5: Ratios Rates Proportions (Intermediate)

**Choice C is the best answer.** Distance = Rate times Time = 41 times 6 = 246 miles

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

A car travels at 41 miles per hour for 6 hours. How many miles does it travel?

243

245

246

✓ Correct

248

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. Distance = Rate times Time = 41 times 6 = 246 miles

Why others are wrong:

A: 243 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

B: 245 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

D: 248 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.