Question

A train traveled 210 miles in 3.5 hours to its first stop. It then continued on traveling another 130 miles in 2.5 hours.

What was the average speed of the train for the entire journey?

Round to the nearest tenth, if necessary.


52.0 mi/h

56.0 ​mi/h​

56.7 ​mi/h​

60.0 ​mi/h

Answer 1

• There are 2 answers: 52 mi/h and 60 mi/h.

Explanation:

Given equations:

• 210 ÷ 3.5
• 130 ÷ 2.5

Solve equations for both answers:

• 210 ÷ 3.5 = 60
• 130 ÷ 2.5 = 52.

Your answers will be 52 mi/h and 60 mi/h.