PRADO: Speed, Distance, Time

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What is the formula to calculate distance when speed and time are known?

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Distance = Speed × Time

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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If a cyclist rides at a speed of 15 miles per hour for 3 hours, how far will they travel?

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Distance = 15 miles/hour × 3 hours = 45 miles

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What is the formula to calculate speed when distance and time are known?

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Speed = Distance ÷ Time

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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If a car travels 150 miles in 3 hours, what is its average speed?

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Average Speed = 150 miles ÷ 3 hours = 50 miles/hour

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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What is the formula to calculate time when distance and speed are known?

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Time = Distance ÷ Speed

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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If a runner completes a 10-mile race at a speed of 5 miles per hour, how long did it take?

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Time = 10 miles ÷ 5 miles/hour = 2 hours

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CCSS.3.MD.A.1

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How do you convert speed from miles per hour to kilometers per hour?

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Multiply the speed in miles per hour by 1.60934 to convert to kilometers per hour.

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CCSS.5.MD.A.1

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If a train travels at a speed of 60 km/h for 2.5 hours, how far does it travel?

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Distance = 60 km/h × 2.5 hours = 150 km

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What is the average speed of a vehicle that travels 300 miles in 5 hours?

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Average Speed = 300 miles ÷ 5 hours = 60 miles/hour

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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If a person walks at a speed of 4 km/h for 1.5 hours, how far do they walk?

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Distance = 4 km/h × 1.5 hours = 6 km