A train traveled 300 miles. How long did the trip take if the train was traveling at a rate of:

Note * Use the d=rt formula (distance = rate * time). You may need to solve for the variable.

(3) x mph
(5) (x - 5)mph

Question

A train traveled 300 miles. How long did the trip take if the train was traveling at a rate of:

Note * Use the d=rt formula (distance = rate * time). You may need to solve for the variable.

(3) x mph             
(5)     (x - 5)mph

anonymous · Answer

$$t=\frac{d}{r}=\frac{300}{r} $$