Alina is able to swim at a rate of about 2.5 miles per hour. Talia is able to swim at a rate of 1.8 meters per second. Which statement comparing the two swimmers is accurate?

1 mile 1,609 meters

A. Alina swims about 0.7 miles per hour faster than Talia.
B. Talia swims about 0.7 miles per hour faster than Alina.
C. Alina swims about 1.5 miles per hour faster than Talia.
D. Talia swims about 1.5 miles per hour faster than Alina.

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Alina is able to swim at a rate of about 2.5 miles per hour. Talia is able to swim at a rate of 1.8 meters per second. Which statement comparing the two swimmers is accurate?

1 mile  1,609 meters

A. Alina swims about 0.7 miles per hour faster than Talia.
B. Talia swims about 0.7 miles per hour faster than Alina.
C. Alina swims about 1.5 miles per hour faster than Talia.
D. Talia swims about 1.5 miles per hour faster than Alina.

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