Question

To visit his grandmother, Jack walks 1 1/4 mile from school to the bus stop. He then rides for one hour a bus traveling 42 1/2 mph. How far from school is Jack's grandmother's house?

Answer 1

43 and 3/4

Explanation:

42 1/2 + 1 1/4

43 3/4

Answer 2

1 hour × (42½ miles)/hour = 42½ miles
1¼ miles + 42½ miles = 43¾ miles