Question

Tyson traveled at an average speed of 60 miles per hour for 1.5 hours

and then traveled at an average speed of 70 miles per hour for 2.5
hours. What was the total distance in miles that Tyson traveled during
this time?
A 260.5 mi
B. 420 mi
C.
265 mi
D 257.5 mi

Answer 1

Here Is the Answer:

C.

Explanation:

To calculate the total distance Tyson traveled, we need to use the formula: distance = speed x time. First, we calculate the distance traveled during the first segment at 60 mph for 1.5 hours: distance = 60 x 1.5 = 90 miles. Then, we calculate the distance traveled during the second segment at 70 mph for 2.5 hours: distance = 70 x 2.5 = 175 miles. Adding these two distances together, we get: 90 + 175 = 265 miles. Therefore, the answer is C, 265 miles.