Question

Joe drove at a rate of 51.7 miles/hour for 7 hours. Calculate the total distance that he drove. Distance is the product of the rate and time.
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Do I divide or multiply?

Answer 1

Distance is the product of the rate and time.
What does product mean?

Answer 2

I just need to know if i multiply or divide because I have to do the problem and explain my work.

Answer 3

I am trying to help you. You need to know what product means to answer your own question. The answer lies in the definition of the term product.

Answer 4

multiply

Answer 5

ok

Answer 6

51.7 * 7=261.9 right?

Answer 7

361.9

Answer 8

That is correct

Answer 9

ok ty