Question

Find the solution to each problem. Show all of your work.

Answer 1

1. 1 hour = 60 minutes

We convert 3 hours and 25 minutes to minute : 3 x 60 + 25 = 205 (minutes). Since 205 < 230, it took longer to get home than getting to the beach.

2. (Same convertion)

5 hours and 10 minutes = 5 x 60 + 10 = 310 (minutes)

So, the last day rained longer than the day before it.

3. 1 day = 24 hours.

We convert 3 days to hours : 3 x 24 = 72 (hours)

Since 72 > 68, Wendy's family lost their power longer than their neighbors.

4. 1 minute = 60 seconds

Convert 2 minutes and 2 seconds to seconds : 2 x 60 + 2 = 122 (seconds)

Since 122 > 121, it means Paul took longer to finish his race, which mean Jeff finished first (Rip Paul)

5.

Question : Bob bought 2 pizzas for him and his friend, Kevin. They both ate 1 pizza. Bob finished his pizza in 6 minutes and 45 seconds. Kevin finished his pizza in 400 seconds. Who finished first?

Solution : Convert 6 minutes and 45 seconds to seconds : 6 x 60 + 45 = 405 (seconds)

Since 405 > 400, Bob took longer to finish his pizza -> Kevin finished first.