Jasmin takes three walks a day. If her walks last 30 minutes, 47
minutes, and 1 hour, respectively, and she walks a total of 4 miles
a day, which of the following reflects the approximate pace she walks?
A) two and a quarter miles per hour
B) two and a half miles per hour
C) one half mile per hour (Correct Answer)
D) one quarter mile per hour
Explanation:
First, determine the total number of minutes Jasmine walks: 30 minutes + 47 minutes + 1 hour = 2 hours, 17 minutes.
This is approximately 2 and a quarter hour or 2.25 hours.
Next, since Jasmin walked a total of 4 miles, divide the distance travelled by time. 4 miles/(9/4) hours.
The result is approximately equal to one and half mile per hour.
Related Common Core State Standard: 7.RP.1
