Question

Joseph typed a 1200- word essay in 25 minutes.at this rate,determine how many words he can type in 45 minutes.

Answer 1

First you divide 1200 by 25 (1200/25) it comes out to 48. 
That means the he types at a rate of 48wpm. So then all you have to do is multiply 48 and 45 and you get 2160 words.