Solve the word problem. The formula d = rt gives the distance traveled in time t at rate r. A bicyclist rides at a constant rate

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Solve the word problem. The formula d = rt gives the distance traveled in time t at rate r. A bicyclist rides at a constant rate

of 15 miles per hour. How many miles will he travel in 3.5 hours? A. 4.3 miles B. 18.5 miles C. 23.3 miles D. 52.5 miles

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NikAS [45] · Answer 1 · 2022-08-09T03:58:44+03:00

NikAS [45]3 years ago

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In order to solve this problem all you have to do is multiply 15 by 3.5 which equals 52.5

So the answer is D. 52.5 miles!

DENIUS [597] · Answer 2 · 2022-08-09T05:55:01+03:00

DENIUS [597]3 years ago

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The answer is D. 52.5 miles. You have to take the given information (rate and time) and substitute it in the equation (d=rt). The makes the equation d=15x3.5 . Solve the equation to find the distance. 15x3.5=52.5, choice D.