Question

It takes a biker 1/2 hours to ride 8/3 miles. What is the biker's rate,in miles per hour?

Answer 1

The biker is traveling at
`5(1)/(3)` miles per hour.

Explanation:

To find the rate, in miles per hour, you must use the formula r = d/t.

(r = rate)

(d = distance)

(t = time)

`(8)/(3)` ÷
`(1)/(2)` =
`5(1)/(3)`