Bob needs to drive 592 miles to get to a family reunion. He travels 187 miles the first day. If he averages 52 miles per hour the second day, how long will it take him to reach his destination?

Without calculating the answer, from the choices given, which is most reasonable?
A.
20 hours
B.
8 hours
C.
3.75 hours
D.
8 minutes

Question

Bob needs to drive 592 miles to get to a family reunion. He travels 187 miles the first day. If he averages 52 miles per hour the second day, how long will it take him to reach his destination?

Without calculating the answer, from the choices given, which is most reasonable?
A.
20 hours
B.
8 hours
C.
3.75 hours
D.
8 minutes

anonymous · Answer

We can get a good estimate from round numbers. Lets say the trip is 600mi total, and he went about 200 on the first day. That leaves 400mi on the second day at say 50mi/h. That gives us 8hours.