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Solve the word problem. The formula d = rt gives the distance traveled in time t at rate r. A bicyclist rides at a constant rate of 15 miles per hour. How many miles will he travel in 3.5 hours? A. 4.3 miles B. 18.5 miles C. 23.3 miles D. 52.5 miles

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Aietah
In order to solve this problem all you have to do is multiply 15 by 3.5 which equals 52.5

So the answer is D. 52.5 miles!

smartangel
The answer is D. 52.5 miles. You have to take the given information (rate and time) and substitute it in the equation (d=rt). The makes the equation d=15x3.5  . Solve the equation to find the distance. 15x3.5=52.5, choice D.