Question

Sasha is becoming a stronger runner. Last year she ran five miles in 50 minutes. This year her timing improved by 20%. How long does it take her to run five miles?

Answer 1

Answer:

40 minutes

Step-by-step explanation:

Last year she ran five miles in 50 minutes

This year her timing improved by 20%. This means she runs 5 miles in 20% less time than last year

How long does it take her to run five miles?

= 50 minutes - 20% of 50 minutes

= 50 minutes - 20/100 * 50 minutes

= 50 minutes - 0.2 * 50 minutes

= 50 minutes - 10 minutes

= 40 minutes

This year, it takes her 40 minutes to run 5 miles