Question

Jane took a train traveling at an average speed of 60 mph from Boston, MA to Washington, D.C. The trip took 8 hours. On her way back to Boston, Jane decides to take an express train that travels at an average speed of 75 mph. How long will the trip home take?

Answer 1

• 6 hours and 24 min

Explanation:

The distance is:

• 60*8 = 480 miles

Return trip will take:

• 480/75 = 6.4 hours = 6 hours and 24 min