While running, Justin wants to average 7 minutes per mile. He ran the first 1 mile in 7.4 minutes and has three more miles go. How fast does Justin need to run those last three miles to make his average of 7 minutes per mile? Round your answer to one decimal place.

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While running, Justin wants to average 7 minutes per mile. He ran the first 1 mile in 7.4 minutes and has three more miles go. How fast does Justin need to run those last three miles to make his average of 7 minutes per mile? Round your answer to one decimal place. 

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