Question

Moussa's car used 8 gallons to travel 248 miles. At what rate does the car use gas, in miles per gallon?

Answer 1

Answer: 31 miles per gallon

Explanation:

The 8 gallons divided among the 248 miles; simplifying this ratio of 248:8, which is a whole number, leaves the answer as 31 miles per gallon. In other words, every 31 miles a gallon of gas is consumed.