Amirah can paddle her kayak at a speed of 2 mph in still water. If she can paddle 4 miles upstream in the same amount of time as it takes her to paddle 8 miles downstream, what is the speed of the current? Leave your answer as a fraction not a decimal.

Amirah can paddle her kayak at a speed of 2 mph in still water. If she can paddle 4 miles upstream in the same amount of time as it takes her to paddle 8 miles downstream, what is the speed of the current? Leave your answer as a fraction not a decimal.

Mathematics For Machine Technology

8th Edition

ISBN:9781337798310

Author:Peterson, John.

Publisher:Peterson, John.

Chapter25: Achievement Review—section Two

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 24AR: A piece of machinery is purchased for $8792. In 1 year, the machine depreciates 14.5%. By how many...

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