Question

For a particular cargo train, the amount of fuel needed for a trip varies directly with the number of miles traveled. If the train needs 300 gallons of fuel for a 100 mile trip, how much fuel does it need for a 750-mile trip?
2100 gallons

2150 gallons

2200 gallons

2250 gallons


QUESTION 5

Given that a new fuel-efficient cars can drive 55 miles per gallon, how far can a car drive with nine gallons?


6.11 miles

455 miles

495 miles

540 miles

Answer 1

1) 2,250
300*7.5=2250
2) 495
55*9= 495

Answer 2

For 100 mile, it is = 300 Gal
For 1 mile = 300/100 = 3 Gal

Now, for 750 mile, it would be = 3 * 750 = 2250 Gallon

5) In 1 gallon, it is = 55 miles
In 9 gallon = 55 * 9 = 495 miles

In short, Your Answer would be Option C

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