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John is going for a walk. He walks 9.6 miles in 3 hours. What is his speed?

Elementary Algebra

17th Edition

ISBN:9780998625713

Author:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Publisher:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Chapter2: Solving Linear Equations And Inequalities

Section2.6: Solve A Formula For A Specific Variable

Problem 2.116TI: Trinh walked for 213 hours at 3 miles per hour. How far did she walk?

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