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Arya travels at an average speed of 30 mph for 40 miles. Without stopping, Arya then travels 120 miles in 2.25 hours. Find her average speed for the entire journey to 2 dp.

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Answer:

  • 44.69 mph

Explanation:

Speed = distance/time

Distance is:

  • 40 miles + 120 miles = 160 miles

Time is:

  • 40/30 + 2.25 = 3.58 hours

Average speed:

  • 160/3.58 = 44.69 mph

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